2001 Honda Z vs. 2003 Mazda 6
To start off, 2003 Mazda 6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,837 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda 6 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2001 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 6 weights approximately 450 kg more than 2001 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Mazda 6 (244 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Z | 2003 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Z | 6 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1837 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 64 L |
