2005 Mazda Carol vs. 2003 Mazda 2
To start off, 2005 Mazda Carol is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda 2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda 2 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda 2 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Carol. (45 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Carol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 2 weights approximately 450 kg more than 2005 Mazda Carol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Carol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mazda 2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Carol 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, 2003 Mazda 2 (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Carol. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Carol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Carol | 2003 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Carol | 2 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 45 L |
