1998 Acura Integra vs. 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa
To start off, 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Acura Integra would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1998 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa should accelerate faster than 1998 Acura Integra.
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, 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Acura Integra | 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa | |
| Make | Acura | Mazda |
| Model | Integra | MX-Flexa |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
