2005 Mazda 6 vs. 1998 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda CR-V (128 HP) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (119 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1998 Honda CR-V.
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, 2005 Mazda 6 (310 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 6 | 1998 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | 6 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.8 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 10.2 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 | 1510 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2620 mm |
