2009 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Mazda Kusabi
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda Kusabi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Kusabi would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Kusabi. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Kusabi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 108 kg more than 2003 Mazda Kusabi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Mazda Kusabi (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (193 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Kusabi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 2003 Mazda Kusabi | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Accord | Kusabi |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1559 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |
