2006 Honda CR-V vs. 2011 Mazda 6
To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 6 (272 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2006 Honda CR-V. (156 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 383 kg more than 2011 Mazda 6.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V 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, 2011 Mazda 6 (364 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda CR-V. (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda CR-V | 2011 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | CR-V | 6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 364 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1609 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1839 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |