2006 Ford Freestyle vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2006 Ford Freestyle 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 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 1727 kg more than 2006 Mazda 6.
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 Ford Freestyle (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 6. (270 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Freestyle | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Freestyle | 6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2981 cc | 2966 cc |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |