2005 Mazda 6 vs. 1999 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda CR-V weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Honda CR-V (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda 6 | 1999 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Mazda | Honda |
Model | 6 | CR-V |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 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 | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1745 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2620 mm |