2004 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Mazda CX-5
To start off, 2013 Mazda CX-5 is newer by 9 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda CX-5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda CX-5 (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (117 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda CX-5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda CX-5 weights approximately 377 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, 2013 Mazda CX-5 (203 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (156 Nm). This means 2013 Mazda CX-5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 2013 Mazda CX-5 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Civic | CX-5 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 203 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 91 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1111 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4555 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2165 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.2 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 56 L |