2007 Mazda 3 vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 3. (149 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Civic weights approximately 133 kg more than 2007 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Honda Civic (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 3. (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 3 | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | 3 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4458 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1397 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
