1998 Honda NSX vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 6. (160 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 6 weights approximately 16 kg more than 1998 Honda NSX.
Because 1998 Honda NSX 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 1998 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1998 Honda NSX (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 6. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda NSX | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | NSX | 6 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2262 cc |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |