2007 Mazda 6 vs. 2013 Ford Focus
To start off, 2013 Ford Focus is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Focus (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 6. (134 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 219 kg more than 2013 Ford Focus.
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 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 6 | 2013 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | 6 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1321 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4534 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 47 L |
