2002 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Mazda 5
To start off, 2005 Mazda 5 is newer by 3 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (152 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 5. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 5 weights approximately 401 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 (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 5. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 2005 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Accord | 5 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |