2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, both 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata and 2009 Honda Accord were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata and 2009 Honda Accord are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata (158 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (154 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 345 kg more than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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, 2009 Honda Accord (192 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2009 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2009 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Accord |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
