2005 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Mazda RX-8
To start off, both 2005 Honda Accord and 2005 Mazda RX-8 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (160 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 351 kg more than 2005 Mazda RX-8.
Because 2005 Mazda RX-8 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 2005 Mazda RX-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Honda Accord (223 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda RX-8. 2005 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda RX-8 has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda RX-8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Accord | 2005 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Accord | RX-8 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1308 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 8200 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 211 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1065 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |