2005 Honda CR-V vs. 2008 Mazda 6
To start off, 2008 Mazda 6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 6 (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Honda CR-V. (137 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda CR-V weights approximately 146 kg more than 2008 Mazda 6.
Because 2005 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 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 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 6. (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda CR-V | 2008 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | CR-V | 6 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2202 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1500 kg | 1354 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |