Honda Fit vs. Mazda MAZDASPEED3 Review

Utility
Neither the Honda nor the Mazda MAZDASPEED3 has a marked advantage as far as seating capacity.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Mazda MAZDASPEED3 packs quite a punch and will knock the Honda Fit down a few rungs. However, keep in mind that high horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums.

Dimensions
The Mazda MAZDASPEED3 is tremendously more bulky than the Honda Fit. Your wallet will hurt more every time you fill up the Mazda MAZDASPEED3 than the Honda Fit because of its bigger tank. The Honda Fit and the MAZDASPEED3 compete for the same parking spaces.

Convenience
You'll quite certainly take the Honda Fit for a fill-up about as often as the Mazda MAZDASPEED3.

Cost
The destination charge is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle from its point of origin to the dealer. It costs almost the same to get the Honda to the dealership as the Mazda MAZDASPEED3. The Mazda pales in comparison to the Honda with respect to fuel economy. In terms of fuel economy, the Honda bests the Mazda. With respect to MSRP, the Honda Fit costs significantly less than the Mazda MAZDASPEED3. The Mazda will cost you a lots_of_money in gas every year compared to the Honda Fit. The Fit will save you a lots_of_money at the pump every year compared to the MAZDASPEED3.

Handling
With their similar turning radii, the Honda and the Mazda MAZDASPEED3 most certainly handle roughly the same into and out of tight spots.

Drivetrain
The Honda Fit's engine is considerably smaller than the Mazda MAZDASPEED3's. Keep in mind that smaller engines can be stressed more; on the other hand, smaller engines typically get better gas mileage. The Mazda MAZDASPEED3 packs quite a punch compared to the Honda Fit regarding torque, which is the force that lets you accelerate quickly. The Honda Fit could learn a lesson or two from the MAZDASPEED3 regarding torque.

Comfort
Taller drivers will considerably enjoy the extra head room in the Honda Fit's front cabin compared to the Mazda MAZDASPEED3. The Mazda MAZDASPEED3 is not particularly more spacious for your passengers than the Honda.

Warranty
The Mazda MAZDASPEED3 and the Honda have the same basic after-sale protection.