2005 Ford Taurus vs. 2004 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Ford Taurus 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Taurus (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 6 weights approximately 122 kg more than 2005 Ford Taurus.
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, 2005 Ford Taurus (266 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 6. (186 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Taurus | 2004 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Taurus | 6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
