2003 Honda Accord vs. 2002 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2003 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2002 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 284 kg more than 2003 Honda Accord.
Because 2002 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mazda B2500 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, 2003 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda B2500. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Accord | 2002 Mazda B2500 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Accord | B2500 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2990 mm |