2002 Honda Lagreat vs. 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3
To start off, 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Lagreat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Lagreat would be higher. At 3,469 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Lagreat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 (263 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2002 Honda Lagreat. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Lagreat.
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 MazdaSpeed3 (381 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Lagreat. (296 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Lagreat. 2002 Honda Lagreat has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Lagreat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Lagreat | 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Lagreat | MazdaSpeed3 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3469 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2650 mm |
