Mazda 6 2018 vs Peugeot 508 2014
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 2.5 Petrol | 2.0 Diesel | |
| Petrol engines (Mazda 6) are generally quieter, smoother, and better suited for short trips due to quicker warm-up times. Diesel (Peugeot 508) engines, on the other hand, offer superior fuel efficiency and torque, making them ideal for long-distance driving and heavy loads. Read more: Petrol vs. Diesel: Fuel Economy and Key Differences. | |||
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain and belt | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 194 HP | 180 HP | |
| Torque: | 258 NM | 400 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.9 seconds | 8.6 seconds | |
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Mazda 6 is more dynamic to drive. Mazda 6 engine produces 14 HP more power than Peugeot 508, but torque is 142 NM less than Peugeot 508. Thanks to more power Mazda 6 reaches 100 km/h speed 0.7 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.8 | 4.6 | |
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The Peugeot 508 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Mazda 6 consumes 2.2 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Peugeot 508, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Mazda 6 could require 330 litres more fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 62 litres | 72 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 910 km in combined cycle | 1560 km in combined cycle | |
| 1100 km on highway | 1800 km on highway | ||
| Peugeot 508 gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 165 mm (6.5 inches) | 148 mm (5.8 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Mazda 6 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. Note, however, that this Mazda 6 version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 440'000 km | 420'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 13 years | 12 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Mazda 3, Mazda CX-5 | Installed on at least 8 other car models, including Peugeot 308, Peugeot 3008, Opel Grandland, Citroen C5 Aircross | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Peugeot 508 might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.80 m | 4.81 m | |
| Width: | 1.84 m | 1.85 m | |
| Height: | 1.48 m | 1.48 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Mazda 6 is 1 cm shorter than the Peugeot 508, 1 cm narrower the height of the cars does not differ significantly. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 522 litres | 560 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
1664 litres | 1592 litres | |
| Mazda 6 has 38 litres less trunk space than the Peugeot 508. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Mazda 6 (by 72 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11 meters | 11.9 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mazda 6 is 0.9 metres less than that of the Peugeot 508, which means Mazda 6 can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight: | 2`113 kg | 2`240 kg | |
| Net weight: | 1`466 kg | 1`620 kg | |
| Load capacity: | 647 kg | 620 kg | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | low | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 14 800 | 7600 | |
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