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#11 of 30 Re: Ford Fusion vs Mazda 6 [heyjewel] by jeffyscott Feb 17, 2007 (3:26 am)
Mazda6 is called Atenza in Japan.
#12 of 30 What?? by scape2 Feb 17, 2007 (9:54 am)
"the Ford is built for Grandma and those who see a car as a basic appliance and nothing more."   You have got to be kidding?? My Fusion in no way looks like a Grandma mobile! See it in Carspace.. Styling is just one of the Fusions strong points in every review I have read. As far as comparing to the 6.. Fusion has more room, more trunk.. It really comes down to personal taste. Replies to this message: heyjewel (Feb 19, 2007 7:46 pm) otaku18 (Feb 25, 2007 7:16 pm)
#13 of 30 Re: What?? [scape2] by heyjewel Feb 19, 2007 (7:46 pm)
Replying to: scape2 (Feb 17, 2007 9:54 am) Sounds like you're enjoying life in "D-L" then. That's mainly what I was referring to, the inability to actually DRIVE the Fusion, you merely sit in it and let it drive you. Like Grandma would want. No Zoom-zoom factor. That's all. Sorry, didn't mean to offend. They are actually kinda nice looking cars, though to me they look cheap, especially the rear end. Personal HO. Replies to this message: otaku18 (Feb 25, 2007 7:16 pm)
#14 of 30 Re: What?? [heyjewel] by otaku18 Feb 25, 2007 (7:16 pm)
Replying to: heyjewel (Feb 19, 2007 7:46 pm) The fusion is more comfortable/practical and has better styling and is nearly as fun to drive as the mazda. For pure driving fun it'd be hard to be a mazda 6 with turbo but for me comfort and styling won out.
#15 of 30 Re: Ford Fusion vs Mazda 6 [vmokhutov] by sir_timbit Jul 21, 2007 (9:07 pm)
Replying to: vmokhutov (Oct 19, 2006 8:04 am) This doesn't really have anything to do with driving dynamics, but one of the nicer things (I think) about the Mazda 6 is that you can get it in hatchback form (as well as a station wagon if that's your thing.) The Ford doesn't have an equivalent.   The spy shots that are popping out there suggest that the next version of hatchback and sedan will be Mazda's version of the Ford Fusion, that is, a stretched Mazda 6 platform, with bigger engine, etc.   http://www.leftlanenews.com/mazda-6-future.html
#16 of 30 tuff one by cjones6 Dec 31, 2007 (9:39 pm)
personally i would go for a 2006 fusion, it had the antenna in the rear window, rather than the current body style of the mazda 6. BUT you can get a v6/manual in the 6. however both cars do offer alot of the same options, but it just depends on what styling you want.   if i would to get a mazda 6 i would wait for the new mazda 6 coming out, suppose to get a 6-speed manual, all new body   Chris
#17 of 30 Re: Ford Fusion vs Mazda 6 [atenza94546] by aviboy97 Jan 04, 2008 (12:42 pm)
Replying to: atenza94546 (Feb 16, 2007 6:01 pm) According to the Atenza which is the Mazda 6 we called here is using the X-type platform. Which is also branch out to the Mondeo and S-Max.   That is incorrect. The Mazda6 / Atenza is built on the GG/GY platform, which Ford refers to as CD3 global platform. GG is the platform for the sedans and 5-door and GY is the platform for the wagon, which is discontinued.   The upcoming 2009 Mazda6 / Atenza. appears to be built on the EUCD platform, which is a version of the C1 platform that Volvo engineered, and shares with the Ford Mondeo / Volvo S80.   I source my info directly from my employer, Mazda. Replies to this message: granth (Feb 08, 2008 4:05 pm) aviboy97 (Feb 09, 2008 10:03 am)
#18 of 30 Re: Ford Fusion vs Mazda 6 [atenza94546] by blueovalboy Jan 10, 2008 (8:22 am)
Replying to: atenza94546 (Feb 16, 2007 5:54 pm) Both cars are built on a modified version of the European Mondeo platform. The 2009 Mazda6 will be derived from the new generation Mondeo CD3 platform. Please note both Fusion and Mazda6 share the same platform but Mazda vehicle dynamics guys tune the chassis to a sportier level, consistent with the brand DNA. However, Fusion's vehicle dynamics exceed everyone else with the possible exception of the Accord (and Mazda6), although the new Accord might be less sporty with the added bulk.   Fusions are NOT grandma cars but grandma might really like the vehicle dynamics of a car that has a good ride with responsive handling and strong braking. Replies to this message: akirby (Jan 10, 2008 8:37 am)
#19 of 30 Re: Ford Fusion vs Mazda 6 [blueovalboy] by akirby Jan 10, 2008 (8:37 am)
Replying to: blueovalboy (Jan 10, 2008 8:22 am) EUCD is the European platform for both the Mondeo and Mazda6. In North America the Fusion is built on CD3 which started as a Mazda6 platform but was widened and lengthened. I think the 09 Mazda6 will be CD3 based (but not the Mondeo).   The next generation of CD vehicles in both NA and Europe will use a new common CD platform (combined CD3 and EUCD). Same for the Focus.
#20 of 30 2007 Ford Fusion 4cyl-2.3L-cartridge style filter by csjr Jan 12, 2008 (10:34 am)
Does anybody know how to obtain the correct cup wrench for this filter cap. The X engine has a cartridge type filter which is more difficult to deal with if change your own oil--o rings--wrench cap--potential leaks--etc. The spin on filters would be easier to deal with and cost less to purchase. This is not a better idea in my judgement. The Fusion seems to be a nice vehicle but this idea is similar to technology of a 40's Ford tractor. Replies to this message: jeffyscott (Jan 12, 2008 10:42 am) csjr (Jan 12, 2008 1:39 pm) dtownfb (Jan 14, 2008 9:00 pm) kmaurer (Jan 12, 2008 9:56 pm) csjr (Jan 13, 2008 3:34 pm)

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