2012 Mazda 2 vs. 2007 Mazda 2
To start off, 2012 Mazda 2 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda 2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda 2 would be higher. At 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 2 (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 2 weights approximately 118 kg more than 2012 Mazda 2.
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 2 (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 2. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mazda 2 | 2007 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 2 | 2 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1500 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 4-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1046 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1695 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1475 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2489 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |
