2001 Mazda 6 vs. 2012 Honda CR-Z
To start off, 2012 Honda CR-Z is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda CR-Z (122 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2001 Mazda 6. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda CR-Z should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 6 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2012 Honda CR-Z.
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, 2012 Honda CR-Z (173 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda 6. (165 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Honda CR-Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda 6 | 2012 Honda CR-Z | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | 6 | CR-Z |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4079 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2436 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 40 L |
