2004 Honda FR-V vs. 2004 Mazda 2
To start off, both 2004 Honda FR-V and 2004 Mazda 2 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda FR-V (153 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 2. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda FR-V weights approximately 315 kg more than 2004 Mazda 2. 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, 2004 Honda FR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 2. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda FR-V | 2004 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | FR-V | 2 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |