1996 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6
To start off, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (274 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Civic | 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Civic | MazdaSpeed6 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 274 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |