2003 Mazda Roadster vs. 2005 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2005 Toyota MR2 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 19 more horse power than 2005 Toyota MR2. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Roadster should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Roadster weights approximately 64 kg more than 2005 Toyota MR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 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 MR2 | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Roadster | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 48 L |
