Mazda 6 2008 vs Ford Mondeo 2007
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Petrol | 1.8 Diesel | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 147 HP | 125 HP | |
| Torque: | 184 NM | 320 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 10.2 seconds | 10.7 seconds | |
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Mazda 6 is more dynamic to drive. Mazda 6 engine produces 22 HP more power than Ford Mondeo, but torque is 136 NM less than Ford Mondeo. Thanks to more power Mazda 6 reaches 100 km/h speed 0.5 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.1 | 5.8 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 8.1 l/100km | 6.4 l/100km | |
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The Ford Mondeo is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Mazda 6 consumes 1.3 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Ford Mondeo, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Mazda 6 could require 195 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Mazda 6 consumes 1.7 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Ford Mondeo. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 64 litres | 70 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 900 km in combined cycle | 1200 km in combined cycle | |
| 1160 km on highway | 1450 km on highway | ||
| 790 km with real consumption | 1090 km with real consumption | ||
| Ford Mondeo gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 165 mm (6.5 inches) | 110 mm (4.3 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. | |||
| Mazda 6 2008 2.0 engine: The engine tends to idle unevenly. Engine problems may also include the thermostat and cooling pump. This engine tends to consume more oil at higher mileages. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.76 m | 4.78 m | |
| Width: | 1.80 m | 1.89 m | |
| Height: | 1.44 m | 1.50 m | |
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Mazda 6 is smaller. Mazda 6 is 3 cm shorter than the Ford Mondeo, 10 cm narrower, while the height of Mazda 6 is 6 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 510 litres | 540 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1702 litres | 1448 litres | |
| Mazda 6 has 30 litres less trunk space than the Ford Mondeo. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Mazda 6 (by 254 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.4 meters | 11.4 meters | |
| Power steering: | Electric power steering | Hydraulic power steering | |
| Electric power steering is simpler, quieter, more fuel-efficient, more configurable and provides additional features such as auto-steering for lane assist and parking. The disadvantages of electric power steering are possible overheating under prolonged load conditions and insufficient feedback (feeling) during steering. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`950 | 2`155 | |
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| Quality: | above average | below average | |
| Mazda 6 has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Ford Mondeo has serious deffects in 35 percent more cases than Mazda 6, so Mazda 6 quality is probably significantly better | |||
| Average price (€): | 3000 | 3000 | |
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