2005 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,966 cc, 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 47 kg more than 2006 Mazda 6.
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, 2006 Mazda 6 (271 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Civic | 6 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1335 cc | 2966 cc |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |