2002 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2011 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 9 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2011 Mazda BT-50. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 635 kg more than 2011 Mazda BT-50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord. 2002 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2011 Mazda BT-50 has manual transmission. 2011 Mazda BT-50 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 | 2011 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Accord | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
