2002 Honda City 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 City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda City would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 3 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2002 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 3 weights approximately 318 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, 2007 Mazda 3 (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda City | 2007 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | City | 3 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |