2005 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Mazda AZ
To start off, both 2005 Honda Civic and 2005 Mazda AZ were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2005 Mazda AZ. (63 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda AZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 450 kg more than 2005 Mazda AZ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda AZ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda AZ will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Honda Civic (155 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda AZ. (106 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda AZ. 2005 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda AZ has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda AZ will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 2005 Mazda AZ | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Civic | AZ |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 106 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 60.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 8.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2260 mm |