2005 Honda CR-V vs. 2002 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Honda CR-V is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda 6 would be higher. Both 2005 Honda CR-V and 2002 Mazda 6 are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 148 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda CR-V weights approximately 5 kg more than 2002 Mazda 6.
Because 2005 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Honda CR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 6. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda CR-V | 2002 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | CR-V | 6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 64 L |
