With the continuous development of society and the continuous improvement of economic level, people's car needs are also constantly changing. From the early years when sedans with “head and tail” were generally favored, to more comprehensive SUVs that accounted for half of the sales, to now, influenced by the more active family planning policy , more and more people are beginning to pay attention to more pragmatic 7-seater family car.
What we bring today are two products that have attracted much attention in the consumer market of 100,000-150,000 yuan. One of them has achieved a certain degree of market recognition in this field after more than 3 years of hard work, and its sales volume is relatively reliable. The former Trumpchi M6 Pro, and the other one is the Fengxing Yacht, a blockbuster 7-seater family car launched after the brand refresh of Dongfeng Fengxing .
So is it "your uncle or your uncle" or "the waves behind push the waves ahead"? Let’s compare and see.
Styling design
Trumpchi M6 Pro adopts the sharp design of the Trumpchi family, emphasizing the sense of technology and modernity. The body shape is simple, with crisp lines and well-proportioned.
Fengxing Yacht is more boldly inspired by modern yachts. Under the original aesthetic design concept of Feng Dynamics, elegance, dynamics and visual tension coexist.
We can find many similar design ideas from the two cars, such as the suspended roof, simple body lines, the front face that expands in an "X" shape from the center to the four corners, and the through-type taillights.
Although the two have similar problem-solving ideas, the answers are different. Obviously, popular yachts with more novel writing styles and exquisite details on the answer sheet are more likely to attract the attention of the examiners.
And when the examiner continues to look at the inner pages of the test paper, the "attention" attracted by Fengxing Yacht will be further transformed into a stronger favorable impression, because Fengxing Yacht's solution directly rises to another dimension, just like using a major from a university Knowledge to answer college entrance examination questions.
For comparison, let’s first look at the standard answer given by Trumpchi M6 Pro.
The central control layout of Trumpchi M6 Pro is centered and rich in layers. The black and burgundy color matching, supplemented by just the right silver metal and black high-gloss texture decoration, create a kind of old-school luxury.
Fengxing Yacht adopts a more atmospheric enveloping cockpit design. The simpler layout reflects a sense of technology. The upper part of the center console is burgundy, but the color matching part is a more elegant light color.
Compared with Trumpchi M6 Pro, the interior materials of Fengxing Yacht are obviously richer and look more upscale. It also brings real functional improvements, such as the metal horn cover on the door, which can make the sound It is more transparent; the diamond-shaped leather is also more durable than ordinary leather; the three and nine o'clock positions of the steering wheel that are most commonly grasped are made of perforated leather that is more refreshing in summer; the high-gloss decorative panel near the gear handle is more For stain-resistant marble texture.
In addition, Fengxing Yacht has adopted an electronic shift lever to keep pace with the times. Compared with the traditional mechanical shift lever, in addition to improving the look and feel and operation, it also "liberates" the storage space under the shift lever. , accomplish multiple things with one stone.
Space and ride
The Trumpchi M6 Pro we are selling this time is the premium version of the main model. The configuration difference between the premium version and the top model lies in the complete set of car engines, more automated in-car functions and driving assistance functions. However, the functions of the interior, exterior decoration and seats are exactly the same, so the differences between the two cars reflected in this part also apply to the premium version of the top model of Trumpchi M6 Pro.
Although the seats of Trumpchi M6 Pro also use color-blocked stitching to enhance the sense of class, when placed next to a "detail-crazy" like Fengxing Yacht, the look and feel seems a bit ordinary.Because Fengxing Yachts follows the "true luxury" route, the seats follow the interior's dual color scheme and are embellished with golden lines. The stitching lines are very rich, and the brand logo appears on the backrest and headrest. Nameplate and embroidery.
The two cars have taken different routes in setting the seats. Trumpchi M6 Pro is softer and Fengxing Yacht is more supportive, but this is not the point, because reasonable ergonomics determines whether the seat is comfortable or not. The key, and the performance of this part is different between the two cars.
The front-seat space performance of the two cars is similar, but the riding experience is different.
First of all, the basic comfort. From my personal experience, the Trumpchi M6 Pro’s seat cushion lacks support for the lower thighs, and the lower part of the backrest also lacks support for the waist. The former is acceptable, but the rear However, after more than half an hour of continuous driving, my waist felt tired, and the Trumpchi M6 Pro did not provide additional lumbar support for the seat to compensate.
Compared with seat heating, which is used part of the time, is the lumbar support function more basic and important for a seat that lacks lumbar support in the initial setting?
Let’s look at Fengxing Yacht. First of all, the basic comfort of the seat itself is very good, and the configuration of the seat is very different from Trumpchi M6 Pro.
The two front seats of Fengxing Yacht have electric adjustment functions, and in addition to seat heating, there are also higher-level seat ventilation functions. But these can only be regarded as "basics". On this basis, Fengxing Yacht's main driving seat further adds seat memory and massage functions, and the co-pilot's seat is also equipped with a "boss button", which truly achieves reaching the level of high-end models.
In addition, the headrest side wings of Fengxing Yacht Seat can also be adjusted, allowing everyone to find the headrest wrapping that suits them.
The space performance in the second row of the two cars is more complicated.
First of all, the horizontal and vertical space of the two cars are almost the same. The vertical space value of Trumpchi M6 Pro is larger because our amount is the vertical distance from the seat cushion to the roof, while the seat cushion of Fengxing Yacht is higher. These two The data is almost the same after one plus one, but there is no point in worrying about this data, because both cars can provide me with more than two punches of actual head space.
Although the vertical space in the second row is 4cm longer in the Trumpchi M6 Pro, it is actually larger in the Fengxing Yacht.
Let’s talk about an ergonomic issue first, that is, the higher the sitting posture, the less the passenger’s demand for vertical space. In other words, for the same vertical space, the higher the sitting posture, the actual leg space of the passenger will decrease. More abundant.
Then the problem with Trumpchi M6 Pro is that it places the spare tire under and behind the front seat, almost where the second row passengers put their feet. When the spare tire cover is closed, this area becomes bulging. Woke up.
This will result in a small gap between the actual hip point and footing point of the second row passengers, that is, a low sitting posture. At the same time, this bulge also blocks the lower part of the front seat that could originally be used as a rear seat. The legroom of the first-row passengers has been extended, giving the rear-seat passengers room to stretch their legs.
Specifically, Fengxing Yacht has a higher seating position and ample space under the front seats for passengers in the second row to stretch their legs. I only need to reserve 20cm of vertical space in the second row to get a calm and comfortable ride. Ride experience. But when it comes to the second row of Trumpchi M6 Pro, at least 10cm more vertical space must be reserved in order to obtain a comfortable riding experience that prevents the lower thighs from hanging in the air.
In this way, the actual seating space of Fengxing Yacht is larger.
In addition to the lack of space, the basic comfort of the second row seats of Trumpchi M6 Pro is not as good as that of Fengxing Yacht.
Although it seems to be a copy of the front seat, it actually only copies the seat back that lacks lumbar support. The length of the seat cushion is even slightly shorter than the front seat. As for the configuration, There is really no comparison. The adjustment function is very basic, and the expandable configuration is only a telescopic cup holder.
The second row of independent seats on Fengxing Yacht can really be said to be copied from the first row of seats.
In addition to being consistent in shape, the front and rear and backrest adjustment functions are also electric, and even the heating, ventilation and adjustable wrapping headrests of the seats have also been moved over.
In addition, Fengxing Yacht has also added a lateral movement function to the second row of seats according to local conditions. The width of the middle aisle of the second row of seats is also wider than that of Trumpchi M6 Pro.
In addition, Fengxing Yacht is also equipped with a real folding small table for the second row passengers, just behind the first row of seats, like real aviation seats on an airplane, and each seat base has There is an independent mobile phone charging port and mobile phone storage slot.
It is worth mentioning that Fengxing Yacht has also developed a "yacht sleeping mode". The first row of seats can be completely folded down to be level with the second row of seats. Isn't this more luxurious than those with leg rests?
I also tried the same operation on Trumpchi M6 Pro, but it still seems to be a little bit behind.
The overall performance of the third row of the two cars is evenly matched. Both can provide more than a punch of legroom for the second and third row passengers at the same time, reaching the level of a qualified 7-seater family car.
Trumpchi M6 Pro Although due to the influence of the second row, the vertical space of the third row in actual car use scenarios will most likely be smaller than the measured data, but fortunately, it has enough space under the second row of seats. Passengers in the third row have more room to stretch their legs, and the seat cushions are longer and there is more head room.
Fengxing Yacht continues to perform steadily, with good seat support and reasonable ergonomics. Compared with the lack of lumbar support of Trumpchi M6 Pro, Fengxing Yacht has a better long-term riding experience.
In terms of rear luggage compartment space, the Trumpchi M6 Pro manages to regain one advantage, because this is achieved by sacrificing the second row space to a certain extent. Since there is no spare tire at the rear of the car, the space under the luggage compartment has been expanded. This space can fully store its third row of seats, like some Japanese models.
Although Fengxing Yacht performs quite well in terms of luggage compartment space, the luggage compartment space when the three rows of seats are fully opened can also meet the needs of a family of 7 for short-distance travel, and it continues to maintain its own advantages in terms of configuration, because it is equipped with An electric tailgate with sensing and position memory functions is included.
The tailgate of Trumpchi M6 Pro is manual, which is not very friendly to some female users who are not tall.
Dynamic experience
Both cars use a 1.5T turbocharged engine as the power source, but they also limit the power output to compromise with comfort. The acceleration process is relatively gentle, and the gearbox shifting process is also Rideability is priority. Their power output adjustment style, which is based on comfort and emphasizes smoothness, is in line with their positioning as a family car.
This test reflects the difference between the two vehicles in similar environments, rather than the highest level of the two vehicles in an ideal environment.
Fengxing Yacht unsurprisingly shows its power advantage, which mainly comes from the gearbox.Pay attention to the red line. The gear ratio settings of the gearboxes of the two cars are very close. They both shift gears at 60-70km/h and 100-110km/h. However, the shift time of Fengxing Yacht is longer than that of the transmission on average. Qi M6 Pro is more than 100ms faster.
During the test, we also unexpectedly found that the error of the Trumpchi M6 Pro's speedometer was larger than that of the Fengxing Yacht. Of course, this is in line with national standards and will not have any negative impact.
The difference in power output between the two vehicles will be more reflected in the process of daily driving.
Although different driving modes can bring different power responses, no matter which driving mode it is, there will be a perceptible lag when the accelerator of Trumpchi M6 Pro is first stepped on. For most people, this is actually irrelevant. Important, though. If you are a person who loves driving, then this phenomenon will definitely affect your mood while driving.
In addition, I don’t know if it is an isolated phenomenon. When this Trumpchi M6 Pro is dealing with high-density acceleration and deceleration operations, which is a working condition that often occurs in traffic jams, it is easy to feel "intrusive" when you step on it. It doesn't respond immediately when you press the accelerator, and the power comes after a while. The power that comes is greater than the amount you feel you need to lightly step on the accelerator, so it is quite sudden.
popular yacht is impeccable in terms of smoothness and agility.
It can be said that the power output of Fengxing Yacht is very smooth from the moment it starts. The throttle response is very linear and also very gentle. Whether it is a stop-and-go traffic jam or a sudden acceleration during testing, the power of Fengxing Yacht is The output rhythm didn't make me feel the slightest bit abrupt.
Another big difference between the two cars is the driving quality. Although the suspension of the Trumpchi M6 Pro is softer, its chassis is not as capable of absorbing vibrations as the Fengxing Yacht, whether it is a small bump on the paved road or a sudden big bump. The difference in driving experience is reflected in the When going through bumps on the road, the Trumpchi M6 Pro felt a little loose to me, while the Fengxing Yacht was thicker and full of toughness.
It can be said that the compact feeling of Fengxing Yacht's chassis is very close to that of a car. For people who don't like driving very much, Fengxing Yacht can make the task of "smoothly driving a 7-seater family car" less boring.
At the same time, during my short period of use, neither car made any abnormal noise, but there was a clear difference in the ability to control noise inside the car.
Generally speaking, the minimum sound pressure level that the human ear can distinguish is about 0.3dB. Ordinary people can basically distinguish a sound pressure level difference of about 1dB. In the industry, when testing interior noise in cars, 2dB is generally classified as level one. . Therefore, in terms of sound insulation, the Trumpchi M6 Pro can be said to be a lower level car than the Fengxing Yacht. This is not because of the poor performance of Trumpchi M6 Pro, but because of the superior performance of Fengxing Yacht.
In addition, even compared to the premium version of the Trumpchi M6 Pro with a higher guide price, this popular yacht also has merging assist, fatigue driving reminder, door opening warning, forward collision warning, reversing side warning, etc., a transparent chassis, A series of more user-friendly active safety and driving assistance configurations, such as automatic parking, exterior rearview mirror memory, and automatic roll-down when reversing, will subtly reduce the incidence of accidents in users' real driving scenarios.
is written to the end
In fact, not long ago, we compared Fengxing Yacht with Odyssey , which sells for nearly twice as much, and found that although Fengxing Yacht does not fall behind in terms of comprehensive product strength, with the current price In terms of the overall domestic vehicle sales market environment, the product strength of a car itself is secondary. Brand and pricing are the prerequisites for distinguishing consumer groups.
But this time, through comparison with "same-level" models, Fengxing Yacht uses its leapfrog strength to tell us that its car is not suitable for comparison with models of the same level. Because comparison is about going back and forth, there is no point in unilaterally crushing them.
