2004 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2007 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 3 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda CX-9 (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic.
Because 2007 Mazda CX-9 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, 2007 Mazda CX-9 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 CX-9 (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic. 2007 Mazda CX-9 has automatic transmission and 2004 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2004 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mazda CX-9 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 2007 Mazda CX-9 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Civic | CX-9 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |