2000 Mazda 626 vs. 2013 Ford Flex
To start off, 2013 Ford Flex is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Flex (281 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2000 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Flex weights approximately 720 kg more than 2000 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Mazda 626 (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Flex. (346 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Flex. 2013 Ford Flex has automatic transmission and 2000 Mazda 626 has manual transmission. 2000 Mazda 626 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford Flex will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda 626 | 2013 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | 626 | Flex |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 2106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2256 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1726 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2994 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
