2008 Honda Civic vs. 2003 Mazda 6
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (177 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 6 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2008 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, 2003 Mazda 6 (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic. 2008 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2003 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2003 Mazda 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 2003 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Civic | 6 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1667 cc | 1798 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |