2011 Mazda 3 vs. 2012 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2012 Honda CR-V is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda CR-V (184 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 3. (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda CR-V weights approximately 117 kg more than 2011 Mazda 3. 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 3 (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda CR-V. (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Mazda 3 | 2012 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Mazda | Honda |
Model | 3 | CR-V |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 184 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1383 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4506 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1755 mm | 1819 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1645 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |