2009 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 6 (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 1 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Mazda 6 (267 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2008 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Accord | 6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
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 | 177 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 267 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 1192 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |