2004 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2004 Honda Civic and 2004 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 6 (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 6 weights approximately 505 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Mazda 6 (231 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (130 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 2004 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Civic | 6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1345 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 61 L |
