2011 Mazda 2 vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Mazda 2 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Honda Accord 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 90 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 2. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 398 kg more than 2011 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, 2010 Honda Accord (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 2. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 2. 2011 Mazda 2 has automatic transmission and 2010 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2010 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mazda 2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Mazda 2 | 2010 Honda Accord | |
Make | Mazda | Honda |
Model | 2 | Accord |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1500 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 4-speed automatic | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1046 kg | 1444 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1695 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1475 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2489 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |