2011 Mazda 6 vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 6 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2013 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 6 weights approximately 282 kg more than 2013 Honda Civic. 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 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Civic. 2011 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 2013 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2013 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mazda 6 | 2013 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | 6 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1202 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4556 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1839 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2789 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
