2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2012 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 is newer by 8 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 62 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 6. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 937 kg more than 2012 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition 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 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 6. (226 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Expedition | 2012 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Expedition | 6 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 395 Nm | 226 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2447 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 70 L |