Need a new vehicle but don’t know which mid-size family car will give the most value for the money? You may find a good comparison between the Mazda 6 and Honda Accord. A Mazda 6 is a great family sedan but may surprise you with the performance as it tops Honda Accord on many levels.

Mazda 6’s top of the line trim level the Grand Touring model offers 272 horses and a 3.7L V-6. 0 to 60 in the 6 was done in 6.5 seconds. The Honda Accord, the lighter of the two took 7.5 seconds to get to 60 mph.

It was also noted that Mazda’s engine was ready to go with the first press of the accelerator and won in this aspect as well. The 6 also came in first in fuel economy. Honda Accord’s 268 horsepower 3.5L V-6 offered 18 mpg and Mazda 6, 20 mpg.

The quarter mile went to Mazda 6: 14.7 seconds at 95.6 mpg and Accord 15.6 seconds at 91 mpg. Both vehicles offer double-wishbone independent front suspension and Mazda comes in first in handling.

The Winner, the Mazda 6. Price-wise the vehicles both came in around a suggested MSRP of $30,000 (high-end models). Both Mazda 6 and Honda Accord EX-L grant the consumer electronic stability control, leather upholstery, Bluetooth connection, and dual-zone climate control.

The Mazda 6 is a substantial midsize car that has been making a name for itself as more car buyers look for the complete package, which Mazda has clearly delivered with the 6.