2006 Mazda 6 vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 6. (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 802 kg more than 2006 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, 2010 Honda Accord (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 6. (270 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 6 | 2010 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | 6 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2964 cc | 3500 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4935 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
