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 2,487 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 6 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic.
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 (167 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Civic | 6 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1492 cc | 2487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |