2008 Honda HR-V vs. 2008 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2008 Honda HR-V and 2008 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,261 cc, 2008 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 6 weights approximately 127 kg more than 2008 Honda HR-V.
Because 2008 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda 6. 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, 2008 Mazda 6 (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda HR-V. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 6 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 | 2008 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | HR-V | 6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2261 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 156 HP |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1384 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
