2009 Ford Flex vs. 2002 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Ford Flex is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 6. (164 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 6 weights approximately 524 kg more than 2009 Ford Flex.
Because 2002 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Flex. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2009 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 6. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Flex | 2002 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Flex | 6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
