I chose the new accord over the 6. I dont like mazdas that much. But I did drive the new 6 before getting my new accord. The 6 definitely will handle corners better than the accord, but I could live without that. Also I like the manual mode on the auto. But the accord is more refined and to me even with the auto tranny had more go.So i went with the accord instead. Ususally a honda has more aftermarket following too.