2007 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Mazda 5
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda 5 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 5. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 5 weights approximately 395 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord.
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 (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 5. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 5. 2007 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2006 Mazda 5 has manual transmission. 2006 Mazda 5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Accord | 2006 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Accord | 5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
