2009 Ford Flex vs. 2013 Mazda 6
To start off, 2013 Mazda 6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Flex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Flex would be higher. At 3,726 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 6 (268 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Ford Flex. (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Flex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 6 weights approximately 533 kg more than 2009 Ford Flex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Flex is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 6. (226 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Flex | 2013 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Flex | 6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
