2002 Honda Acty vs. 2007 Mazda 3
To start off, 2007 Mazda 3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Acty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Acty would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Acty (127 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 3. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Acty should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 3 weights approximately 352 kg more than 2002 Honda Acty.
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, 2007 Mazda 3 (146 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Acty. (139 Nm). This means 2007 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Acty.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Acty | 2007 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Acty | 3 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 660 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 146 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1192 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |