2006 Honda FR-V vs. 2002 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Honda FR-V is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda FR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 6. (118 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda FR-V weights approximately 101 kg more than 2002 Mazda 6. 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, 2006 Honda FR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 6. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda FR-V | 2002 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | FR-V | 6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |
