2001 Honda Fit vs. 2004 Mazda 2
To start off, 2004 Mazda 2 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Fit would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Fit (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 2. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 2 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2001 Honda Fit.
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, 2004 Mazda 2 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Fit | 2004 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Fit | 2 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |