2010 Ford Flex vs. 2004 Mazda 6
To start off, 2010 Ford Flex is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 6. (144 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Flex weights approximately 618 kg more than 2004 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 6. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford Flex | 2004 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Flex | 6 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2028 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5126 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1928 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1727 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2995 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
