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 2,499 cc, 2005 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (198 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (112 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 988 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 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 2005 Mazda Drifter. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2005 Mazda Drifter (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (234 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Drifter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord. 2009 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda Drifter has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda Drifter will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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 | 2354 cc | 2499 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1055 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |