2006 Ford Fusion vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2006 Ford Fusion 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 2,966 cc, 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 586 kg more than 2006 Mazda 6.
Because 2006 Ford Fusion is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ford Fusion. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (270 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Fusion | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Fusion | 6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2278 cc | 2966 cc |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 68 L |