2003 Mazda Roadster vs. 2010 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2010 Toyota Venza is newer by 7 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (157 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Roadster.
Because 2010 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mazda Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Venza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Roadster. 2010 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 2003 Mazda Roadster has manual transmission. 2003 Mazda Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mazda Roadster | 2010 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | Roadster | Venza |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1839 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 67 L |