2004 Mazda 3 vs. 2005 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Toyota Celica is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 1,792 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Celica (145 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 3. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 3 weights approximately 65 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, 2004 Mazda 3 (230 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Celica. (175 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda 3 | 2005 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 3 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
