2002 Mazda 2 vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda 2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda 2 would be higher. At 2,356 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (182 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 2. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 357 kg more than 2002 Mazda 2. 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, 2013 Honda Accord (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 2. (111 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda 2 | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | 2 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.9 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 99 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4805 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1436 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2725 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |
