2009 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Mazda Carol
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda Carol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Carol 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 109 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Carol. (45 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Carol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 870 kg more than 2005 Mazda Carol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Carol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Carol 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, 2009 Honda Accord (192 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Carol. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Carol. 2005 Mazda Carol has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mazda Carol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2005 Mazda Carol | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Accord | Carol |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 657 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96.9 mm | 60.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 30 L |