2004 Honda Fit vs. 2008 Mazda 5
To start off, 2008 Mazda 5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Fit would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 5 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2004 Honda Fit. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 5 weights approximately 415 kg more than 2004 Honda Fit. 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, 2008 Mazda 5 (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Fit. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Fit | 2008 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Fit | 5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2760 mm |
