2002 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2005 Mazda Drifter 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (197 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Drifter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 460 kg more than 2005 Mazda Drifter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Drifter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Drifter will offer significantly more control. 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 Mazda Drifter (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Drifter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord. 2002 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda Drifter has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda Drifter will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 2005 Mazda Drifter | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Accord | Drifter |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 21.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |