2002 Honda Accord vs. 2001 Mazda 6
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (152 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2001 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 6 weights approximately 645 kg more than 2002 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, 2001 Mazda 6 (311 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord. 2002 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2001 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2001 Mazda 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 2001 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Accord | 6 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
