1995 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2003 Mazda 6
To start off, 2003 Mazda 6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Thunderbird (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 6. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 6 weights approximately 1 kg more than 1995 Ford Thunderbird.
Because 2003 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Thunderbird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Ford Thunderbird (447 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 6. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Thunderbird | 2003 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Thunderbird | 6 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1604 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2680 mm |
