2007 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Mazda 2
To start off, 2011 Mazda 2 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 2. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 535 kg more than 2011 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mazda 2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 2. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Civic | 2011 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Civic | 2 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1581 kg | 1046 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2489 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 43 L |