2001 Honda HR-V vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 1,838 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 6 (119 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2001 Honda HR-V. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2001 Honda HR-V. 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, 2005 Mazda 6 (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda HR-V | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | HR-V | 6 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1838 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 64 L |