2008 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Mazda DrifterX
To start off, both 2008 Honda Accord and 2008 Mazda DrifterX were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda DrifterX is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda DrifterX weights approximately 300 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.
Because 2008 Mazda DrifterX 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 2008 Mazda DrifterX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Mazda DrifterX (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda DrifterX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord. 2008 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2008 Mazda DrifterX has manual transmission. 2008 Mazda DrifterX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 2008 Mazda DrifterX | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Accord | DrifterX |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 220 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |