1999 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Mazda 6
To start off, 2008 Mazda 6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Civic (167 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 6. (156 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 6 weights approximately 146 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic.
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, 2008 Mazda 6 (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (166 Nm @ 6300 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Civic | 2008 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Civic | 6 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1416 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |