2008 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2008 Ford Focus and 2008 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 6 (104 HP) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (90 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2008 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, 2008 Ford Focus (215 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 6. (145 Nm). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 2008 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Focus | 6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
