2007 Ford Fusion vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2007 Ford Fusion 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (145 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fusion. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2007 Ford Fusion. 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 (184 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Fusion. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Fusion | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Fusion | 6 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |