1995 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2007 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda CX-9 (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1995 Honda Accord. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Accord.
Because 2007 Mazda CX-9 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mazda CX-9 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Mazda CX-9 (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Accord. (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Accord. 2007 Mazda CX-9 has automatic transmission and 1995 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1995 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mazda CX-9 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Accord | 2007 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Accord | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
