2000 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Mazda 2
To start off, 2006 Mazda 2 is newer by 6 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 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (128 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 2 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic.
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, 2006 Mazda 2 (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 2006 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Civic | 2 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 73.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |