2005 Mazda 6 vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (138 HP) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (119 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic.
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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 6 | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | 6 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
