2004 Mazda 2 vs. 2001 Mazda 323

To start off, 2004 Mazda 2 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda 323 (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 2. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 2 weights approximately 568 kg more than 2001 Mazda 323.

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, 2001 Mazda 323 (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 2. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 2.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Mazda 2 2001 Mazda 323
Make Mazda Mazda
Model 2 323
Year Released 2004 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1596 cc 1996 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 99 HP 124 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 146 Nm 167 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81.4 mm 92 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1788 kg 1220 kg
Vehicle Length 3930 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1550 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2650 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 55 L


 

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