2009 Honda Fit vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (165 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2009 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Fit weights approximately 107 kg more than 2007 Mazda 6.
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, 2007 Mazda 6 (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Fit | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Fit | 6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 207 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1354 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 64 L |