2004 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Mazda Carol
To start off, 2005 Mazda Carol is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (117 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Carol. (45 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Carol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 481 kg more than 2005 Mazda Carol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Carol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Carol 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, 2004 Honda Civic (156 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Carol. (58 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Carol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 2005 Mazda Carol | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Civic | Carol |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1111 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 30 L |
