2012 Ford Expedition vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Ford Expedition is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 6. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1241 kg more than 2007 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Ford Expedition is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 6. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Ford Expedition | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Expedition | 6 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 494 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2651 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5621 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2002 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1974 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3327 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 127 L | 64 L |
