2005 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda RX-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda RX-8 would be higher. At 2,615 cc, 2002 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 294 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.
Because 2002 Mazda RX-8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Mazda RX-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Mazda RX-8 (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 2002 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Civic | RX-8 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1492 cc | 2615 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1096 kg | 1390 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |