2002 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2012 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 10 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda CX-7 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 106 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, both vehicles can yield 218 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 2012 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Accord | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2353 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4681 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1646 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 62 L |
