2005 Lincoln Aviator vs. 2011 Mazda 6
To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lincoln Aviator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lincoln Aviator would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Aviator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln Aviator (302 HP) has 132 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 6. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Aviator should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Aviator weights approximately 706 kg more than 2011 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Lincoln Aviator (407 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 6. (226 Nm). This means 2005 Lincoln Aviator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lincoln Aviator | 2011 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mazda |
| Model | Aviator | 6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| 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 | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2190 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |
