2004 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Mazda 2
To start off, 2009 Mazda 2 is newer by 5 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 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (104 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 2 weights approximately 103 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, 2009 Mazda 2 (160 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (133 Nm). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Civic | 2 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 160 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 73.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1226 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 45 L |