1999 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 is newer by 11 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 6 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1999 Honda Civic. (167 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 6 weights approximately 208 kg more than 1999 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, 2010 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (166 Nm @ 6300 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Civic | 6 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 226 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 | 1478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1839 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2789 mm |