Mazda 6 2005 vs Skoda Octavia 2007
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 1.8 Petrol | 1.8 Petrol | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 120 HP | 160 HP | |
| Torque: | 165 NM | 250 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 11 seconds | 8.1 seconds | |
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Skoda Octavia is a more dynamic driving. Mazda 6 engine produces 40 HP less power than Skoda Octavia, whereas torque is 85 NM less than Skoda Octavia. Due to the lower power, Mazda 6 reaches 100 km/h speed 2.9 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.8 | 7.4 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 8.3 l/100km | 8.1 l/100km | |
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The Skoda Octavia is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Mazda 6 consumes 0.4 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Skoda Octavia, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Mazda 6 could require 60 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Mazda 6 consumes 0.2 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Skoda Octavia. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 64 litres | 55 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 820 km in combined cycle | 740 km in combined cycle | |
| 770 km with real consumption | 670 km with real consumption | ||
| Mazda 6 gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 130 mm (5.1 inches) | 140 mm (5.5 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Skoda Octavia 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 Skoda Octavia version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. | |||
| Mazda 6 2005 1.8 engine: The engine often has an unstable idle speed. The thermostat, cooling pump, and alternator are weak points. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.69 m | 4.57 m | |
| Width: | 1.78 m | 1.77 m | |
| Height: | 1.44 m | 1.46 m | |
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Mazda 6 is larger, but slightly lower. Mazda 6 is 12 cm longer than the Skoda Octavia, 1 cm wider, while the height of Mazda 6 is 2 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 492 litres | 560 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1662 litres | no data | |
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Skoda Octavia has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, Mazda 6 has 68 litres less trunk space than the Skoda Octavia. 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: | 10.8 meters | 10.2 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mazda 6 is 0.6 metres more than that of the Skoda Octavia, which means Mazda 6 can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`870 | no data | |
| Safety: | |||
| Quality: | average | average | |
| Mazda 6 has slightly fewer faults. Deffect rate in annual technical inspection is similar for both cars, it's slightly higher for Skoda Octavia, so Mazda 6 quality could be a bit better. | |||
| Average price (€): | 1600 | 2000 | |
| Rating in user reviews: | 7.7/10 | 7.9/10 | |
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