Mazda 6 2002 vs Mazda 6 2006
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 2.3 Petrol | 2.3 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 166 HP | 260 HP | |
| Torque: | 207 NM | 380 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.9 seconds | 6.6 seconds | |
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Mazda 6 2006 is a more dynamic driving. Mazda 6 2002 engine produces 94 HP less power than Mazda 6 2006, whereas torque is 173 NM less than Mazda 6 2006. Due to the lower power, Mazda 6 2002 reaches 100 km/h speed 2.3 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.9 | 10.2 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 9.2 l/100km | 11.5 l/100km | |
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The Mazda 6 2002 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Mazda 6 2002 consumes 1.3 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Mazda 6 2006, which means that by driving the Mazda 6 2002 over 15,000 km in a year you can save 195 litres of fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Mazda 6 2002 consumes 2.3 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Mazda 6 2006. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 64 litres | 60 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 710 km in combined cycle | 580 km in combined cycle | |
| 910 km on highway | 750 km on highway | ||
| 690 km with real consumption | 520 km with real consumption | ||
| Mazda 6 2002 gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | |
| Ground clearance: | 130 mm (5.1 inches) | 135 mm (5.3 inches) | |
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 390'000 km | 320'000 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 2002 engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 6 years | 8 years | |
| Engine spread: | Used only for this car | Used also on Mazda 3, Mazda CX-7 | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Mazda 6 2006 might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Mazda 6 2002 2.3 engine: The most common problems with this engine are with the cooling system pump and thermostat, as well as with the engine cushions (which can cause vibrations), the lambda sensor and the intake manifold adjuster. 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: | 4.67 m | 4.76 m | |
| Width: | 1.78 m | 1.78 m | |
| Height: | 1.44 m | 1.44 m | |
| Mazda 6 2002 is 9 cm shorter than the Mazda 6 2006, width is practically the same also the height of the cars does not differ significantly. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 500 litres | 455 litres | |
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Mazda 6 2002 has more luggage capacity. Even though the car is shorter, Mazda 6 2002 has 45 litres more trunk space than the Mazda 6 2006. The Mazda 6 2006 may have more interior space, so the cabin could be more spacious and more comfortable for the driver and passengers. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.8 meters | 11.9 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mazda 6 2002 is 1.1 metres less than that of the Mazda 6 2006, which means Mazda 6 2002 can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`885 | 2`085 | |
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| Quality: | average | average | |
| Average price (€): | 800 | 1400 | |
| Rating in user reviews: | 6.3/10 | 7.7/10 | |
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