2004 Lexus ES vs. 2009 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lexus ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lexus ES would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lexus ES (208 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 6. (161 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 6 weights approximately 39 kg more than 2004 Lexus ES.
Because 2009 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Lexus ES. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Lexus ES (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 6. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Lexus ES will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lexus ES | 2009 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Lexus | Mazda |
| Model | ES | 6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
