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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (134 HP @ 4000 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 Ford Focus weights approximately 84 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Mazda 6 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (320 Nm @ 2000 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 | 1996 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 6.6 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 | 1438 kg | 1354 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |