2005 Ford Escort vs. 2004 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Ford Escort is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escort (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 6 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2005 Ford Escort.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mazda 6 (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escort. (170 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Escort | 2004 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Escort | 6 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |