2007 Ford Fusion vs. 2003 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Ford Fusion is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Fusion (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 6. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 6.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Ford Fusion (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 6. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Fusion | 2003 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Fusion | 6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 62 L |
