2004 Honda That vs. 2003 Mazda 6
To start off, 2004 Honda That is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda 6 (119 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2004 Honda That. (51 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda That. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 6 weights approximately 598 kg more than 2004 Honda That. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda That is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda That will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Mazda 6 (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda That. (61 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda That. 2004 Honda That has automatic transmission and 2003 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2003 Mazda 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda That will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda That | 2003 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | That | 6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 822 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |
