2004 Honda Accord vs. 2000 Mazda 626
To start off, 2004 Honda Accord is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Accord (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2000 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Accord weights approximately 259 kg more than 2000 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mazda 626 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda 626 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, 2000 Mazda 626 (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Accord. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Accord | 2000 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Accord | 626 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |
