2004 Ford Explorer vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Explorer (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 6. (157 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 83 kg more than 2004 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford Explorer (382 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 6. (209 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Explorer | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Explorer | 6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1381 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 68 L |
