2009 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Mazda 2
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda 2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda 2 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 2. (66 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 301 kg more than 2002 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Honda Civic (189 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 2. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 2002 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Civic | 2 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
