2004 Toyota Celica vs. 2012 Mazda 5
To start off, 2012 Mazda 5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 5 (157 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Celica. (140 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 5 weights approximately 446 kg more than 2004 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Mazda 5 (221 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Celica. (170 Nm). This means 2012 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Toyota Celica | 2012 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Toyota | Mazda |
Model | Celica | 5 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 221 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4585 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1615 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |