2002 Mazda 6 vs. 2002 Honda CR-V
To start off, both 2002 Mazda 6 and 2002 Honda CR-V were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda 6 (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2002 Honda CR-V. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 6 weights approximately 12 kg more than 2002 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2002 Mazda 6 (220 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm). This means 2002 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mazda 6 | 2002 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Mazda | Honda |
Model | 6 | CR-V |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 218 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 58 L |