2019 Mazda6 vs. 2019 Honda Accord

The Mazda6 offers a bigger engine than the Accord, giving you power you can feel at every bend in the Firestone landscape. Mazda’s driving dynamics are designed to be extra responsive, putting you in control.

• Engine: If you’re looking for an extra thrill behind the wheel, the Mazda6 Signature trim features a SKYACTIV®-G 2.5T 4-cylinder with VVT that will blow you away with 250 hp and 310 lb-ft of torque. The Accord’s optional 4-cylinder engine tops out at 273 lb-ft of torque.
• Speed: the Mazda6 offers more explosive power with a maximum speed of 149 mph with a 0-60-mph time of 6.4 seconds according to Motor Trend, racing ahead of the Accord’s 7.4-second 0-60-mph time.

While the 2019 Honda Accord is known for its sporty presence, the new Mazda6 takes the family-sized sedan to new heights with finishing touches commonly only found on luxury models. When it comes to styling, you’ll need to ask yourself whether your daily Fort Collins can be improved by these comfort features that you won’t find on the 2019 Accord::

• Premium Materials: Imagine a cabin outfitted with available Japanese Sen wood and Nappa leather, giving you an interior that looks as good as it feels.
• Integrated Technology: Your standard 8-inch infotainment screen presents everything you need with high contrast, crisp graphics. The Accord’s standard touchscreen is only 7 inches.
• Audio: The 2019 Mazda6 is available with a Bose 11-speaker audio system — the Accord’s top audio system has 10 speakers. Even the base sound system is better in the Mazda: the 2019 Mazda6 comes standard with a six-speaker audio system, while the Accord’s base sound system has only four speakers.

 

 
 
Both of these sedans have earned high praise reserved for only the top vehicles in their class, though the 2019 Mazda6 reviews tend to highlight the car’s bold style. KBB recognizes the Mazda6 for its excellent handling and beautiful styling, being sure to call out how “its styling and equipment roster lean toward the luxury side.”While the 2019 Mazda6 has enjoyed praise for its new, head-turning design, the 2019 Honda Accord has not received any major changes or additions since its previous model year, as pointed out by KBB.

 
The 2019 Mazda6 offers more than just stellar performance, great features, and a stunning design — it’s also an exceptionally safe vehicle. Its i-ACTIVSENSE® suite includes a variety of passive and active safety features designed to keep you and your passengers safe. These features include Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Blind Spot Monitoring, and a Lane Departure Warning System, but that’s just a sample of what it includes. Regardless, these features can help you avoid a collision, or mitigate the effects of one should an accident be unavoidable. What’s more, you’ll only find i-ACTIVSENSE® on Mazda vehicles — you can’t get it with an Accord.

Given the presence of i-ACTIVSENSE®, it’s not surprising that the 2019 Mazda6 earned a Five-Star Overall Safety Rating from the NHTSA.