2002 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2005 Mazda B2500 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,030 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B2500 (204 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 591 kg more than 2002 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B2500 will offer significantly more control. 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 B2500 (323 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (153 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Civic | 2005 Mazda B2500 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Civic | B2500 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1667 cc | 4030 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 323 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2990 mm |