2011 Mazda 2 vs. 2012 Mazda 2
To start off, 2012 Mazda 2 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Mazda 2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mazda 2 would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 2 (95 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 2. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 2 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2012 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, 2011 Mazda 2 (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 2. (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mazda 2 | 2012 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 2 | 2 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 14.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1695 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1475 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2489 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 43 L |
