1999 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Accord (200 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 6. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 6 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1999 Honda Accord.
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, 1999 Honda Accord (265 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 6. (193 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Accord | 2012 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Accord | 6 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 193 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |