1999 Honda HR-V vs. 2004 Mazda 2
To start off, 2004 Mazda 2 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda HR-V (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 2. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 2 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1999 Honda HR-V.
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, 2004 Mazda 2 (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda HR-V. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda HR-V | 2004 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | HR-V | 2 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 45 L |
