2008 Honda Fit vs. 2007 Mazda 3
To start off, 2008 Honda Fit is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2008 Honda Fit. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Fit weights approximately 89 kg more than 2007 Mazda 3.
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, 2007 Mazda 3 (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Fit. (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Fit | 2007 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Fit | 3 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1191 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.6 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 55 L |