Mondeo IV vs 6 II (GH): which is better?
Ford Mondeo IV (2007–2014) vs Mazda 6 II (GH) (2007–2013): specs, fuel economy, tax and common problems.
Ford Mondeo IV
Mazda 6 II (GH)Specifications
| Ford Mondeo IV | Mazda 6 II (GH) | |
|---|---|---|
| Production years | 2007–2014 | 2007–2013 |
| Body | sedan | sedan |
| Fuel | petrol | petrol |
| Engines | 2.0 Duratec | 2.0 |
| Power, up to | 145 hp | 147 hp |
| Torque, up to | 185 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Gearbox | manual | automatic |
| Drive | front-wheel drive | front-wheel drive |
| Length | 4 844 mm | 4 735 mm |
| Width | 1 886 mm | 1 795 mm |
| Height | 1 500 mm | 1 440 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2 850 mm | 2 725 mm |
| Fuel tank | 70 L | 64 L |
| KZ tax 2026 (car under 10 years) | ≈ 16 475 ₸ | ≈ 16 475 ₸ |
The better value is highlighted in green.
Pros, cons and common problems
Ford Mondeo IV
Pros
- Gearbox Aisin automatic: generally reliable
- Large tank: 70 L
- Sold in all major markets of the region — parts and mechanics available
Cons
- Ford Duratec/Zetec/EcoBoost engine: Duratec suffers timing belt and ignition coil wear
- Gearbox Aisin automatic: valve body wear at high mileage
Engine (Ford Duratec/Zetec/EcoBoost): on Duratec — timing belt and ignition coil wear; on EcoBoost — overheating and coolant leaks on the 1.6.
Gearbox (Aisin automatic): generally reliable; at high mileage — valve body wear.
Mazda 6 II (GH)
Pros
- Conventional automatic, no robotized gearbox or CVT
- Sold in all major markets of the region — parts and mechanics available
Cons
- Mazda Z6 / LF / FS engine: oil consumption at high mileage
Engine (Mazda Z6 / LF / FS): oil consumption at higher mileage; carbon buildup and ring coking.
Which one to choose
- Mondeo IV — if you care more about: torque, wheelbase, fuel tank.
- 6 II (GH) — if you care more about: power.
The condition of a specific car matters more than the model: check the service history and get the engine and gearbox inspected before buying.
FAQ
Which is more powerful: Mondeo IV or 6 II (GH)?
Mondeo IV: up to 145 hp, 6 II (GH): up to 147 hp.
What is the vehicle tax in Kazakhstan?
For 2026, for a car under 10 years old: Mondeo IV — about 16 475 ₸, 6 II (GH) — about 16 475 ₸ (base engine). A 0.7 factor applies to cars aged 10–20 years and 0.5 to cars over 20.