2004 Mazda MX vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda MX would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Mazda MX. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda MX.
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, 2010 Honda Accord (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda MX. (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda MX | 2010 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | MX | Accord |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2741 mm |
