2002 Honda Acty vs. 2009 Mazda 5
To start off, 2009 Mazda 5 is newer by 7 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 5 (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2002 Honda Acty. (127 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster 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, 2009 Mazda 5 (201 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Acty. (139 Nm). This means 2009 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Acty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Acty | 2009 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Acty | 5 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 660 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
