2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 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 1 more horse power than 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6. (270 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 418 kg more than 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 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, 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Accord. (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Accord. 2010 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 | 2010 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | MazdaSpeed6 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
