2005 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Mazda 3
To start off, 2007 Mazda 3 is newer by 2 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 3 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 3 weights approximately 64 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, 2007 Mazda 3 (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 2007 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Civic | 3 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 83.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |