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, 2005 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (99 HP @ 4000 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. 2005 Mazda Drifter weights approximately 180 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord.
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 (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (218 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.
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 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 21.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1590 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
