2000 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Mazda 2
To start off, 2013 Mazda 2 is newer by 13 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 2 (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 82 kg more than 2013 Mazda 2.
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, 2013 Mazda 2 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Civic | 2 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1043 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2489 mm |