2009 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 2 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 3850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 64 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus. 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 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Focus | 6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3850 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 6.6 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 | 1290 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
