2006 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Mazda 2
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda 2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda 2 would be higher. At 1,802 cc, 2006 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (113 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 2. (78 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 2.
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, 2006 Honda Civic (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 2. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 2002 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Civic | 2 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1802 cc | 1388 cc |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
