2004 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 6 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2004 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, 2006 Mazda 6 (310 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Accord. (218 Nm). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Accord | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Accord | 6 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2358 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 310 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |