2007 Honda CR-V vs. 2002 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 6. (118 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 119 kg more than 2002 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V 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, 2002 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (192 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda CR-V | 2002 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | CR-V | 6 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1604 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |