2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 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 MazdaSpeed3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 (263 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 should accelerate faster than 2010 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 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 (381 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 | 2010 Honda Civic | |
Make | Mazda | Honda |
Model | MazdaSpeed3 | Civic |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1785 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |