2005 Honda Fit vs. 2002 Mazda 2
To start off, 2005 Honda Fit is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda 2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda 2 would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Fit (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 2. (66 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 2 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2005 Honda Fit.
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, 2002 Mazda 2 (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Fit | 2002 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Fit | 2 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 73.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2500 mm |