2008 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2008 Honda Accord and 2008 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 2008 Mazda 6 (267 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord. 2008 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2008 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2008 Mazda 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 2008 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Accord | 6 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 212 HP |
Torque | 220 Nm | 267 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |