2006 Mazda 6 vs. 2013 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2013 Ford Fusion is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,966 cc, 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Fusion (234 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 6. (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Fusion weights approximately 431 kg more than 2006 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford Fusion is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fusion will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Ford Fusion (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 6. (270 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mazda 6 | 2013 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Mazda | Ford |
Model | 6 | Fusion |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2000 cc |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 234 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4869 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2121 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 66 L |