2005 Mazda 3 vs. 2000 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2005 Mazda 3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda CR-V weights approximately 260 kg more than 2005 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Mazda 3 (225 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda 3 | 2000 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Mazda | Honda |
Model | 3 | CR-V |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 9.6 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1745 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2620 mm |