2009 Mazda 6 vs. 2010 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2010 Honda Pilot is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 3,726 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 6 (272 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2010 Honda Pilot. (250 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Pilot weights approximately 852 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Mazda 6 (365 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Pilot. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda 6 | 2010 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Mazda | Honda |
Model | 6 | Pilot |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3726 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1977 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1847 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2774 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |