2008 Honda CR-V vs. 2008 Mazda 3
To start off, both 2008 Honda CR-V and 2008 Mazda 3 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 3 weights approximately 362 kg more than 2008 Honda CR-V.
Because 2008 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V 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 CR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 3. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda CR-V | 2008 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | CR-V | 3 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 192 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 13.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1202 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |