Mazda 6 2015 vs Kia Optima 2016

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Mazda 6
2015 - 2018
Kia Optima
2016 - 2018
Gearbox: AutomaticAutomatic
Engine: 2.0 Petrol2.0 Hybrid
Petrol engines (Mazda 6) are generally cheaper to purchase and maintain, with simpler mechanics and consistent highway performance. Hybrid (Kia Optima) engines, on the other hand, provide significantly better fuel efficiency and lower emissions, especially in urban and stop-and-go traffic conditions.

Performance

Power: 150 HP68 HP
Torque: 210 NM189 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 10.5 seconds9.4 seconds
Mazda 6 engine produces 82 HP more power than Kia Optima, whereas torque is 21 NM more than Kia Optima. Despite the higher power, Mazda 6 reaches 100 km/h speed 1.1 seconds later.

Fuel consumption

Consumption: 6.1 l/100km1.6 l/100km
Fuel cost per 100km: 11.10 € no data
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Petrol€/l
Fuel tank capacity: 62 litres55 litres
Full fuel tank distance: 1010 km in combined cycle3430 km in combined cycle
Kia Optima 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)135 mm (5.3 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 2015 2.0 engine: This engine is not well-suited for low-quality fuel, as it quickly clogs the fuel system. The use of substandard fuel often leads to the failure of expensive ignition coils, resulting in significant repair ...  More about Mazda 6 2015 2.0 engine 

Dimensions

Length: 4.87 m4.86 m
Width: 1.84 m1.86 m
Height: 1.45 m1.49 m
Both cars are similar in size. Mazda 6 is 2 cm longer than the Kia Optima, 2 cm narrower, while the height of Mazda 6 is 4 cm lower.
Trunk capacity: 438 litres307 litres
Mazda 6 has more luggage capacity.
Mazda 6 has 131 litres more trunk space than the Kia Optima.
Turning diameter: 11.2 meters10.9 meters
The turning circle of the Mazda 6 is 0.3 metres more than that of the Kia Optima.
Gross weight: 1`965 kg2`200 kg
Safety: no data
Quality:
average
no data
Average price (€): 17 20011 200
Pros and Cons: Mazda 6 has
  • more power
  • higher ground clearance
  • roomier boot
Kia Optima has
  • more dynamic
  • more full fuel tank mileage
  • lower price
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