2000 Acura Integra vs. 2011 Mazda 2
To start off, 2011 Mazda 2 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura Integra would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Acura Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura Integra (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 2. (95 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura Integra weights approximately 70 kg more than 2011 Mazda 2. 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, 2011 Mazda 2 (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura Integra. 2000 Acura Integra has automatic transmission and 2011 Mazda 2 has manual transmission. 2011 Mazda 2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Acura Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura Integra | 2011 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Acura | Mazda |
| Model | Integra | 2 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 43 L |
