2008 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Mazda Carol
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda Carol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Carol would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Carol. (45 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Carol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 724 kg more than 2005 Mazda Carol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Carol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Carol 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, 2008 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Carol. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Carol. 2008 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda Carol has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda Carol 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 | 2005 Mazda Carol | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Civic | Carol |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 30 L |
