2002 Honda Z vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (134 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2002 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 580 kg more than 2002 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Z 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, 2007 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Z | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Z | 6 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 64 L |
