2002 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2005 Mazda Drifter 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Drifter (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (98 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Drifter should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Civic weights approximately 186 kg more than 2005 Mazda Drifter.
Because 2005 Mazda Drifter 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 Drifter 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 Drifter (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Drifter 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 Drifter | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Civic | Drifter |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |