2006 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2010 Mazda RX-8 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, 2010 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 600 kg more than 2010 Mazda RX-8.
Because 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mazda RX-8. 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, 2006 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda RX-8. (215 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 2010 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Accord | RX-8 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1341 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |