2001 Honda Fit vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 is newer by 9 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 6 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2001 Honda Fit. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 6 weights approximately 511 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, 2010 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Fit | 6 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1501 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1839 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |