2008 Ford Fusion vs. 2008 Mazda 3
To start off, both 2008 Ford Fusion and 2008 Mazda 3 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 3 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2008 Ford Fusion. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 3 weights approximately 334 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Mazda 3 (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Fusion. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Fusion | 2008 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Fusion | 3 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 16.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1151 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |