2012 Mazda 2 vs. 2000 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2012 Mazda 2 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 2. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda CR-V weights approximately 470 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.
Because 2000 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mazda 2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Honda CR-V (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 2. (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mazda 2 | 2000 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | 2 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.9 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1695 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1475 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2489 mm | 2620 mm |
