2005 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Mazda CX-05
To start off, 2013 Mazda CX-05 is newer by 8 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2013 Mazda CX-05. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda CX-05. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda CX-05 weights approximately 99 kg more than 2005 Honda Accord.
Because 2013 Mazda CX-05 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mazda CX-05 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, 2005 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda CX-05. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda CX-05. 2013 Mazda CX-05 has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2005 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Mazda CX-05 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Accord | 2013 Mazda CX-05 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Accord | CX-05 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 13.0 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4555 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2165 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |
