2006 Mazda 6 vs. 2006 Honda CR-V
To start off, both 2006 Mazda 6 and 2006 Honda CR-V were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,966 cc, 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2006 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 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 380 kg more than 2006 Mazda 6.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 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, 2006 Mazda 6 (271 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda CR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mazda 6 | 2006 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Mazda | Honda |
Model | 6 | CR-V |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1996 cc |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |