2003 Mazda 6 vs. 2005 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Toyota Celica is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Celica (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 6. (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 6 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2005 Toyota Celica.
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, 2003 Mazda 6 (208 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Celica. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda 6 | 2005 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 6 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
