2009 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda RX-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda RX-8 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (199 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 623 kg more than 2006 Mazda RX-8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 Honda Accord (234 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2006 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Accord | RX-8 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1308 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 199 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |