2002 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Mazda 3
To start off, 2007 Mazda 3 is newer by 5 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), 2007 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (152 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 3. (139 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 3 weights approximately 391 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 3. (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 3. 2002 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda 3 has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda 3 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 | 2007 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Accord | 3 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1231 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |