Honda Civic 2008 vs Mazda 3 2009

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Honda Civic
2008 - 2012
Mazda 3
2009 - 2011
Gearbox: Manual/AutomaticManual/Automatic
Engines: 1.3 - 1.8 (petrol)1.6 - 2.5 (petrol, diesel)

Performance

Power: 95 - 140 HP105 - 185 HP
Torque: 123 - 175 NM145 - 400 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 9.1 - 12.8 seconds8.2 - 13.1 seconds
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Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 4.6 - 7.14.4 - 8.1
Honda Civic petrol engines consumes on average 1.2 litres less fuel per 100 km than Mazda 3.
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Dimensions

Length: 4.49 m4.58 m
Width: 1.75 m1.76 m
Height: 1.44 m1.47 m
Both cars are similar in size. Honda Civic is 9 cm shorter than the Mazda 3, width is practically the same , while the height of Honda Civic is 3 cm lower.
Trunk capacity: 485 litres430 litres
Trunk max capacity:
with rear seats folded down
1190 litresno data
Honda Civic has more luggage capacity.
Even though the car is shorter, Honda Civic has 55 litres more trunk space than the Mazda 3. The Mazda 3 may have more interior space, so the cabin could be more spacious and more comfortable for the driver and passengers.
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`827
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 (€): 42003600
Pros and Cons: Honda Civic has
  • only petrol engines available
  • lower fuel consumption
  • roomier boot
  • better safety assist technologies
Mazda 3 has
  • petrol and diesel engines available
  • better manoeuvrability
  • higher children safety
  • fewer faults
  • lower price
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