2009 Mazda 3 vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 3. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 205 kg more than 2009 Mazda 3. 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, 2010 Honda Accord (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 3. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 3 | 2010 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | 3 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
