2003 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Mazda 2
To start off, 2007 Mazda 2 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Civic (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 2. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 2 weights approximately 69 kg more than 2003 Honda Civic.
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, 2003 Honda Civic (141 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 2. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Civic | 2007 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Civic | 2 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |