2008 Honda CR-V vs. 2003 Mazda 6
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 6. (138 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 6 weights approximately 184 kg more than 2008 Honda CR-V.
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 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda CR-V. 2008 Honda CR-V 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 CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda CR-V | 2003 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | CR-V | 6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |
