2002 Honda City vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda City would be higher. At 1,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 6 (119 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2002 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 478 kg more than 2002 Honda City. 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 (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda City | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | City | 6 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |