2007 Ford Edge vs. 2011 Mazda 6
To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Edge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Edge would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 6. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 6.
Because 2007 Ford Edge is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Edge 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, 2007 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 6. (165 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Edge | 2011 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Edge | 6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
