2006 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2007 Mazda Drifter is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,606 cc, 2007 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Mazda Drifter. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda Drifter.
Because 2007 Mazda Drifter 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 2007 Mazda Drifter. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord, 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, 2006 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 2007 Mazda Drifter | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Accord | Drifter |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 2606 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 16 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 82 L |