2003 Mazda Roadster vs. 2003 Mazda 323
To start off, both 2003 Mazda Roadster and 2003 Mazda 323 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Roadster (157 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 323. (97 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Roadster should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 323 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2003 Mazda Roadster.
Because 2003 Mazda Roadster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Mazda Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 323, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Roadster (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 323. (145 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Roadster | 2003 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Roadster | 323 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |
