Mazda 6 2005 vs Hyundai Sonata 2006
| Body: | Hatchback | Sedan | |
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| The hatchback generally has more luggage space thanks to a larger trunk door opening and the ability to convert the rear of the passenger compartment into luggage space. Sedans tend to be quieter than hatchbacks, due to a more isolated rear area. | |||
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
| Engine: | 2.0 Diesel | 2.0 Diesel | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing belt | Timing belt | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 143 HP | 140 HP | |
| Torque: | 360 NM | 305 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.5 seconds | 10.7 seconds | |
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Mazda 6 is more dynamic to drive. Mazda 6 engine produces 3 HP more power than Hyundai Sonata, whereas torque is 55 NM more than Hyundai Sonata. Thanks to more power Mazda 6 reaches 100 km/h speed 1.2 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.0 | 6.1 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 6.9 l/100km | 7.8 l/100km | |
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The Mazda 6 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Mazda 6 consumes 0.1 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Hyundai Sonata, which means that by driving the Mazda 6 over 15,000 km in a year you can save 15 litres of fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Mazda 6 consumes 0.9 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Hyundai Sonata. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 64 litres | 65 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1060 km in combined cycle | 1060 km in combined cycle | |
| 1250 km on highway | 1300 km on highway | ||
| 920 km with real consumption | 830 km with real consumption | ||
| Ground clearance: | 130 mm (5.1 inches) | 160 mm (6.3 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Hyundai Sonata 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 Hyundai Sonata version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. | |||
Engines | |||
| Engine production duration: | 5 years | 11 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Mazda 3, Mazda 5 | Installed on at least 10 other car models, including Hyundai Santa FE, Kia Sportage, Kia Ceed, Hyundai Tucson | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Hyundai Sonata might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Hydraulic tappets: | no | yes | |
| The Hyundai Sonata engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.69 m | 4.80 m | |
| Width: | 1.78 m | 1.83 m | |
| Height: | 1.44 m | 1.48 m | |
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Mazda 6 is smaller. Mazda 6 is 11 cm shorter than the Hyundai Sonata, 5 cm narrower, while the height of Mazda 6 is 4 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 492 litres | 523 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1662 litres | no data | |
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Hyundai Sonata has more luggage space. Mazda 6 has 31 litres less trunk space than the Hyundai Sonata. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.8 meters | 10.9 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mazda 6 is 0.1 metres less than that of the Hyundai Sonata. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`020 | no data | |
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| Quality: | above average | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 1600 | 1800 | |
| Rating in user reviews: | 7.7/10 | 8.4/10 | |
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