2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (274 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 | 2005 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | MazdaSpeed6 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 274 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
