2005 Mazda MX-Flexa vs. 2002 Honda Z
To start off, 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Z would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2002 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Z.
Because 2002 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Z 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 MX-Flexa (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa | 2002 Honda Z | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | MX-Flexa | Z |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2370 mm |
