2005 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Mazda 323
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 4 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 20 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 323 weights approximately 28 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. 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, 2001 Mazda 323 (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 2001 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Civic | 323 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |