2006 Ford Mondeo vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2006 Ford Mondeo 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mondeo (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 6. (134 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 6 weights approximately 48 kg more than 2006 Ford Mondeo.
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 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Mondeo | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Mondeo | 6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1437 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |