2004 Mazda B2500 vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 4,031 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B2500 (204 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2012 Honda Accord. (177 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 208 kg more than 2012 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Mazda B2500 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Accord. 2012 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2004 Mazda B2500 has manual transmission. 2004 Mazda B2500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda B2500 | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | B2500 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4031 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2799 mm |
