2000 Acura Integra vs. 2012 Mazda 2
To start off, 2012 Mazda 2 is newer by 12 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Acura Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura Integra (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 2. (95 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura Integra weights approximately 475 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Mazda 2 (205 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura Integra. (177 Nm). This means 2012 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura Integra | 2012 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Acura | Mazda |
| Model | Integra | 2 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2489 mm |
