2000 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Mazda 323
To start off, 2002 Mazda 323 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 323. (97 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 323 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic.
Because 2000 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mazda 323. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Mazda 323 (145 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 2002 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Civic | 323 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 78.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 83.6 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |