2007 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 6 (220 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 Mazda 6.
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, 2007 Honda Accord (340 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (260 Nm). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Accord | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Accord | 6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
