1998 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Mazda 5
To start off, 2013 Mazda 5 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2013 Mazda 5. (157 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 5 weights approximately 86 kg more than 1998 Honda Accord.
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, 1998 Honda Accord (265 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 5. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 5. 1998 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2013 Mazda 5 has manual transmission. 2013 Mazda 5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Accord | 2013 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Accord | 5 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1551 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4585 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1615 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |