2005 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2011 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2011 Mazda BT-50. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2005 Honda Accord.
Because 2011 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda BT-50 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, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Accord | 2011 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Accord | BT-50 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1606 kg | 1866 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |