2007 Mazda B2300 vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda B2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda B2300 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2007 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord weights approximately 86 kg more than 2007 Mazda B2300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mazda B2300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mazda B2300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Honda Accord (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda B2300. (210 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mazda B2300 | 2012 Honda Accord | |
Make | Mazda | Honda |
Model | B2300 | Accord |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2266 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 1444 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |