2006 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda Drifter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Drifter would be higher. At 2,604 cc, 2005 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Drifter.
Because 2005 Mazda Drifter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Drifter 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, 2006 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 2005 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Accord | Drifter |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2604 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
