2003 Mazda Roadster 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 Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Roadster would be higher. 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 28 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Celica. (129 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Roadster should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Celica weights approximately 80 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, 2005 Toyota Celica, 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, both vehicles can yield 170 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Roadster | 2005 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Roadster | Celica |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |
