2006 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2006 Ford Focus and 2006 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,262 cc, 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (160 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 6 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mazda 6 (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Focus | 6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 2262 cc |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |