2009 Honda S2000 vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Honda S2000 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,966 cc, 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 6. (215 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda S2000 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2006 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda S2000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Mazda 6 (271 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda S2000 | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | S2000 | 6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2966 cc |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
