Nissan Almera 2002 vs Mazda 3 2006

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Nissan Almera
2002 - 2006
Mazda 3
2006 - 2009
Body: HatchbackSedan
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/AutomaticManual/Automatic
Engines: 1.5 - 2.21.3 - 2.3

Performance

Power: 82 - 136 HP84 - 260 HP
Torque: 136 - 304 NM122 - 380 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 9.2 - 14.5 seconds6.1 - 14.9 seconds
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Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 4.8 - 7.84.7 - 9.7
Nissan Almera petrol engines consumes on average 1.2 litres less fuel per 100 km than Mazda 3. On average, Nissan Almera equipped with diesel engines consume 0.5 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mazda 3.
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Ground clearance: 140 mm (5.5 inches)160 mm (6.3 inches)
Because of the higher ground clearance, Mazda 3 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.

Dimensions

Length: 4.20 m4.49 m
Width: 1.71 m1.76 m
Height: 1.45 m1.47 m
Nissan Almera is smaller.
Nissan Almera is 29 cm shorter than the Mazda 3, 5 cm narrower, while the height of Nissan Almera is 2 cm lower.
Trunk capacity: 355 litres413 litres
Trunk max capacity:
with rear seats folded down
1020 litres1285 litres
Mazda 3 has more luggage space.
Nissan Almera has 58 litres less trunk space than the Mazda 3. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Mazda 3 (by 265 litres).
Turning diameter: 10.4 meters10.9 meters
The turning circle of the Nissan Almera is 0.5 metres less than that of the Mazda 3, which means Nissan Almera can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Gross weight (kg): ~ 1`756~ 1`796
Safety: no data
Quality:
above average

above average
Average price (€): 10002600
Rating in user reviews: 9.2/10 8.8/10
Pros and Cons: Nissan Almera has
  • lower fuel consumption for petrol engines
  • lower price
Mazda 3 has
  • lower fuel consumption for diesel engines
  • higher ground clearance
  • roomier boot
  • fewer faults
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