2005 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-9 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 3,727 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-9 (268 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-9 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 CX-9 (269 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (151 Nm). This means 2009 Mazda CX-9 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 CX-9 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Civic | CX-9 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1685 cc | 3727 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 269 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |