2006 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Mazda MPV
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 MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda MPV would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2002 Mazda MPV. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda MPV weights approximately 82 kg more than 2006 Honda Civic.
Because 2006 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mazda MPV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic 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, 2002 Mazda MPV (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic. 2006 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2002 Mazda MPV has manual transmission. 2002 Mazda MPV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 2002 Mazda MPV | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Civic | MPV |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1803 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2850 mm |
