1998 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Mazda 5
To start off, 2007 Mazda 5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 5 (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1998 Honda Civic. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 5 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1998 Honda Civic. 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, 2007 Mazda 5 (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Civic. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Civic | 2007 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Civic | 5 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
