2012 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Mazda 5
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Mazda 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mazda 5 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 5. (113 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord weights approximately 144 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.
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, 2012 Honda Accord (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 5. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 5. 2012 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2011 Mazda 5 has manual transmission. 2011 Mazda 5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Honda Accord | 2011 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Accord | 5 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4585 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1847 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1615 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2799 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |