2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (164 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 762 kg more than 2005 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Expedition. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (395 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (208 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Expedition | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Expedition | 6 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 395 Nm | 208 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2367 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 62 L |