2005 Mazda 6 vs. 2001 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 6 (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2001 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda CR-V weights approximately 93 kg more than 2005 Mazda 6.
Because 2001 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, 2001 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 6 (210 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda 6 | 2001 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Mazda | Honda |
Model | 6 | CR-V |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 180 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.6 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1745 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 10 L/100km |