2009 Mazda 6 vs. 2009 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, both 2009 Mazda 6 and 2009 Ford Crown Victoria were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Crown Victoria (224 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 6. (161 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1251 kg more than 2009 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Crown Victoria. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Crown Victoria (359 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 6. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda 6 | 2009 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | Mazda | Ford |
Model | 6 | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 72 L |