2006 Honda Element vs. 2003 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda 6 (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Honda Element. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 385 kg more than 2003 Mazda 6.
Because 2003 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Element. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 6 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 Element (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 6. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Element | 2003 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Element | 6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |