2008 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Mazda 2
To start off, 2012 Mazda 2 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 2. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 319 kg more than 2012 Mazda 2. 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, 2008 Honda Civic (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 2. (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 2012 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Civic | 2 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 14.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 43 L |
