2009 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Mazda 5
To start off, 2011 Mazda 5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (199 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 5. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 558 kg more than 2011 Mazda 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda Accord 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 2009 Honda Accord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 5, 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, 2009 Honda Accord (234 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 5. (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 2011 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Accord | 5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 199 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
