2006 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 is newer by 4 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 6. (127 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 440 kg more than 2010 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Mazda 6 (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord. 2010 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2006 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Accord | 6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2183 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |