2007 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2007 Ford Focus and 2007 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Mazda 6 (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (156 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Focus | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Focus | 6 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |