2008 Ford Fusion vs. 2008 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2008 Ford Fusion 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Fusion (161 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 6. (156 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 6 weights approximately 309 kg more than 2008 Ford Fusion.
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 Fusion (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 6. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Fusion | 2008 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Fusion | 6 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1416 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |