2004 Mazda 6 vs. 2010 Honda Fit
To start off, 2010 Honda Fit is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 6 (144 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2010 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 6 weights approximately 278 kg more than 2010 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, 2004 Mazda 6 (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda 6 | 2010 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | 6 | Fit |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 40 L |
