2009 Honda CR-V vs. 2009 Mazda 3
To start off, both 2009 Honda CR-V and 2009 Mazda 3 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 3 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2009 Honda CR-V. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 3 weights approximately 356 kg more than 2009 Honda CR-V. 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 Mazda 3 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda CR-V. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda CR-V | 2009 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | CR-V | 3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |