Mazda 6 2018 vs Subaru Outback 2017
| Body: | Sedan | Estate car / wagon | |
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| The wagon generally has more cargo space due to a larger trunk door opening, a roof that extends as far back as possible, and the ability to convert the rear of the passenger compartment into cargo space. Sedans tend to be quieter than wagons due to a more isolated rear area. | |||
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
| Engine: | 2.0 Petrol | 2.5 Petrol | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 145 HP | 175 HP | |
| Torque: | 213 NM | 235 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.5 seconds | 10.2 seconds | |
| Mazda 6 engine produces 30 HP less power than Subaru Outback, whereas torque is 22 NM less than Subaru Outback. Despite less power, Mazda 6 reaches 100 km/h speed 0.7 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | no data | 7.7 | |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 62 litres | 60 litres | |
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | |
| Ground clearance: | 165 mm (6.5 inches) | 200 mm (7.9 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Subaru Outback can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.87 m | 4.82 m | |
| Width: | 1.84 m | 1.84 m | |
| Height: | 1.45 m | 1.68 m | |
| Mazda 6 is 5 cm longer than the Subaru Outback, width is practically the same , while the height of Mazda 6 is 23 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 489 litres | 512 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
no data | 1848 litres | |
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Subaru Outback has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, This could mean that the Mazda 6 uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 12 meters | 11 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mazda 6 is 1 metres more than that of the Subaru Outback, which means Mazda 6 can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight: | 1`935 kg | 2`100 kg | |
| Safety: | |||
| Subaru Outback scores higher in safety tests. The Subaru Outback scores significantly higher in active safety technologies (stability control, lane assist, automatic braking, etc.) tests. | |||
| Quality: | low | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 21 800 | 15 200 | |
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