2007 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 6 (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic.
Because 2004 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 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, 2004 Mazda 6 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Civic | 2004 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Civic | 6 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |