2004 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Mazda 2
To start off, 2008 Mazda 2 is newer by 4 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 2 weights approximately 172 kg more than 2004 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, 2008 Mazda 2 (160 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (144 Nm). This means 2008 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 2008 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Civic | 2 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 160 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1157 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |