2005 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Mazda 2
To start off, 2012 Mazda 2 is newer by 7 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 2. (95 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 336 kg more than 2012 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Honda Accord (218 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 2. (205 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 2. 2005 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2012 Mazda 2 has manual transmission. 2012 Mazda 2 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 | 2012 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Accord | 2 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1436 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 43 L |
