2007 Mazda 3 vs. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 3. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 3.
Because 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour 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 Honda Accord Crosstour (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 3. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 3. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda 3 has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 3 | 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | 3 | Accord Crosstour |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
