2008 Honda HR-V vs. 2012 Mazda 3
To start off, 2012 Mazda 3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2008 Honda HR-V. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda HR-V weights approximately 17 kg more than 2012 Mazda 3.
Because 2008 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mazda 3. 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, 2012 Mazda 3 (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 3 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 | 2012 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | HR-V | 3 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |