1999 Toyota Celica vs. 2011 Mazda 5
To start off, 2011 Mazda 5 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 5 (157 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Celica. (145 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 5 weights approximately 478 kg more than 1999 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Mazda 5 (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Celica. 2011 Mazda 5 has automatic transmission and 1999 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1999 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mazda 5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota Celica | 2011 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Toyota | Mazda |
| Model | Celica | 5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1792 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1568 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
