2005 Mazda 3 vs. 2005 Toyota MR2
To start off, both 2005 Mazda 3 and 2005 Toyota MR2 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,792 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota MR2 (150 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 3. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 3 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2005 Toyota MR2.
Because 2005 Toyota MR2 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 2005 Toyota MR2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 3, 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, 2005 Toyota MR2 (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 3. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 3 | 2005 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 3 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1596 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 | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 48 L |
