1996 Acura Integra vs. 2003 Mazda Washu
To start off, 2003 Mazda Washu is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Acura Integra would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Washu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Washu (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1996 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Washu should accelerate faster than 1996 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Washu weights approximately 246 kg more than 1996 Acura Integra. 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, 2003 Mazda Washu (283 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Washu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Acura Integra | 2003 Mazda Washu | |
| Make | Acura | Mazda |
| Model | Integra | Washu |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
