2006 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Mazda MPV
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 MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda MPV would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda MPV (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 279 kg more than 2005 Mazda MPV.
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 MPV (271 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (175 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Civic | 2005 Mazda MPV | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Civic | MPV |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1803 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 271 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1711 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |