2000 Honda Z vs. 2008 Mazda 3
To start off, 2008 Mazda 3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Z would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 3 (282 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2000 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 3 weights approximately 525 kg more than 2000 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Z 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, 2008 Mazda 3 (576 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Z | 2008 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Z | 3 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
