2006 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Mazda Carol
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda Carol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Carol would be higher. At 1,339 cc, 2006 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Carol. (45 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Carol.
Because 2005 Mazda Carol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Carol 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, 2006 Honda Civic (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Carol. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Carol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 2005 Mazda Carol | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Civic | Carol |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 657 cc |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 30 L |
