2004 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (124 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Accord weights approximately 301 kg more than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Honda Accord (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Accord | 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Accord | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |