2002 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Mazda 2
To start off, 2004 Mazda 2 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (152 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 2 weights approximately 46 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Honda Accord (192 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 2. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 2004 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Accord | 2 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 73.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 15 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |