2005 Honda HR-V vs. 2001 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda 6 (163 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 6 weights approximately 208 kg more than 2005 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Mazda 6 (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda HR-V | 2001 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | HR-V | 6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
