2001 Honda Fit vs. 2004 Mazda 6
To start off, 2004 Mazda 6 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 6 (130 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2001 Honda Fit. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 6 weights approximately 495 kg more than 2001 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 6 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 6 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Fit | 6 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 64 L |