2002 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,966 cc, 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 261 kg more than 2006 Mazda 6.
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, 2006 Mazda 6 (270 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Accord | 6 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2966 cc |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |
