2009 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2009 Ford Focus and 2009 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 6 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 6 weights approximately 184 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, 2009 Mazda 6 (165 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Focus | 6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |