2011 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Mazda 2
To start off, 2013 Mazda 2 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2013 Mazda 2. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord weights approximately 504 kg more than 2013 Mazda 2. 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, 2011 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 2. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Honda Accord | 2013 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Accord | 2 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 1043 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4851 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1433 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2741 mm | 2489 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |