2007 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Mazda 2
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda 2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda 2 would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 2 weights approximately 563 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic.
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, 2007 Honda Civic (175 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 2. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Civic | 2005 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Civic | 2 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 15 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |