2006 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2010 Mazda BT-50 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2010 Mazda BT-50. (154 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda BT-50.
Because 2010 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 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 BT-50 (380 Nm @ 180 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord. 2006 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2010 Mazda BT-50 has manual transmission. 2010 Mazda BT-50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 2010 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Accord | BT-50 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 180 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 96.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3010 mm |