2005 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Mazda Atenza
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 Atenza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda Atenza would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda Atenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda Atenza (103 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Atenza should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 137 kg more than 2001 Mazda Atenza.
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 Atenza (240 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (130 Nm). This means 2001 Mazda Atenza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic. 2001 Mazda Atenza has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2005 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mazda Atenza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 2001 Mazda Atenza | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Civic | Atenza |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1335 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 240 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 94 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2680 mm |