2006 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Mazda 6
To start off, 2013 Mazda 6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,489 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 6 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 6 weights approximately 234 kg more than 2006 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Civic | 2013 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Civic | 6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1499 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |