2005 Honda Logo vs. 2008 Mazda 2
To start off, 2008 Mazda 2 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Logo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Logo would be higher. At 1,349 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 2 (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Honda Logo. (64 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Logo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 2 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2005 Honda Logo. 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, 2008 Mazda 2 (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Logo. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Logo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Logo | 2008 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Logo | 2 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2500 mm |
