2008 Honda HR-V vs. 2003 Mazda 2
To start off, 2008 Honda HR-V is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda 2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda 2 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda HR-V (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 2. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda HR-V weights approximately 237 kg more than 2003 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mazda 2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-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, 2003 Mazda 2 (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda HR-V | 2003 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | HR-V | 2 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |