1997 Mazda Xedos 9 vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda Xedos 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 185 kg more than 1997 Mazda Xedos 9.
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, 2005 Honda Accord (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda Xedos 9. 2005 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 has manual transmission. 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 | 2005 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | Xedos 9 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
