Mazda 6 2006 vs Mazda 6 2007
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 2.3 Petrol | 2.5 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 260 HP | 170 HP | |
| Torque: | 380 NM | 226 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 6.6 seconds | 8 seconds | |
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Mazda 6 2006 is more dynamic to drive. Mazda 6 2006 engine produces 90 HP more power than Mazda 6 2007, whereas torque is 154 NM more than Mazda 6 2007. Thanks to more power Mazda 6 2006 reaches 100 km/h speed 1.4 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 10.2 | 8.1 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 11.5 l/100km | 8.7 l/100km | |
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The Mazda 6 2007 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Mazda 6 2006 consumes 2.1 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mazda 6 2007, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Mazda 6 2006 could require 315 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Mazda 6 2006 consumes 2.8 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mazda 6 2007. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 litres | 64 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 580 km in combined cycle | 790 km in combined cycle | |
| 520 km with real consumption | 730 km with real consumption | ||
| Mazda 6 2007 gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | Front wheel drive (FWD) | |
| Ground clearance: | 135 mm (5.3 inches) | 165 mm (6.5 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Mazda 6 2007 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 2007 version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 320'000 km | 480'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Mazda 6 2007 engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 8 years | 7 years | |
| Engine spread: | Used also on Mazda 3, Mazda CX-7 | Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Mazda 3, Mazda Tribute | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Mazda 6 2007 might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Mazda 6 2006 2.3 engine: Although the engine has a chain, its capacity is quite limited. The engine also requires high quality fuel and tends to use more oil at higher mileages. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.76 m | 4.76 m | |
| Width: | 1.78 m | 1.80 m | |
| Height: | 1.44 m | 1.44 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Mazda 6 2006 and Mazda 6 2007 are practically the same length. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 455 litres | 519 litres | |
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Mazda 6 2007 has more luggage space. Mazda 6 2006 has 64 litres less trunk space than the Mazda 6 2007. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.9 meters | 10.8 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mazda 6 2006 is 1.1 metres more than that of the Mazda 6 2007, which means Mazda 6 2006 can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`085 | no data | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | average | average | |
| Average price (€): | 1400 | 2400 | |
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