Honda Civic 2008 vs Mazda 3 2009

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Honda Civic
2008 - 2012
Mazda 3
2009 - 2011
Body: SedanHatchback
The hatchback generally has more luggage space thanks to a larger trunk door opening and the ability to convert the rear of the passenger compartment into luggage space. Sedans tend to be quieter than hatchbacks, due to a more isolated rear area.
Gearbox: Manual/AutomaticManual/Automatic
Engines: 1.3 - 1.8 (petrol)1.6 - 2.5 (petrol, diesel)

Performance

Power: 95 - 140 HP105 - 260 HP
Torque: 123 - 175 NM145 - 400 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 9.1 - 12.8 seconds6.1 - 13.1 seconds
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Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 4.6 - 7.14.4 - 9.6
Honda Civic petrol engines consumes on average 1.5 litres less fuel per 100 km than Mazda 3.
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Dimensions

Length: 4.49 m4.47 m
Width: 1.75 m1.76 m
Height: 1.44 m1.47 m
Both cars are similar in size. Honda Civic is 2 cm longer than the Mazda 3, width is practically the same , while the height of Honda Civic is 3 cm lower.
Trunk capacity: 485 litres481 litres
Trunk max capacity:
with rear seats folded down
1190 litres1360 litres
Honda Civic has 4 litres more trunk space than the Mazda 3. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Mazda 3 (by 170 litres).
Turning diameter: 11 meters10.4 meters
The turning circle of the Honda Civic is 0.6 metres more than that of the Mazda 3, which means Honda Civic can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Gross weight (kg): ~ 1`679~ 1`856
Safety:
Mazda 3 is better rated in child safety tests. The Honda Civic scores higher in active safety technologies (stability control, lane assist, automatic braking, etc.) tests.
Quality:
average

above average
Average price (€): 38004200
Pros and Cons: Honda Civic has
  • only petrol engines available
  • lower fuel consumption
  • better safety assist technologies
  • lower price
Mazda 3 has
  • petrol and diesel engines available
  • better manoeuvrability
  • higher children safety
  • fewer faults
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