2001 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2005 Mazda Drifter is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,606 cc, 2005 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Drifter (124 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2001 Honda Civic. (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Drifter should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Drifter weights approximately 265 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Drifter is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Mazda Drifter. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Mazda Drifter (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Drifter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Civic | 2005 Mazda Drifter | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Civic | Drifter |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 2606 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1345 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |