2005 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 is newer by 4 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 1,999 cc, 2009 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 6 (147 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 6 weights approximately 173 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, 2009 Mazda 6 (186 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (149 Nm). This means 2009 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic. 2005 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2009 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2009 Mazda 6 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 | 2009 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Civic | 6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1999 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
