2009 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Mazda Drifter
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 Drifter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Drifter would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Drifter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 49 kg more than 2005 Mazda Drifter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Drifter 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 Drifter 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 (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 2005 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Accord | Drifter |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 21.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
