2007 Mazda 5 vs. 1996 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2007 Mazda 5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Celica (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 5. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 5 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1996 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, 2007 Mazda 5 (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Celica. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mazda 5 | 1996 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | 5 | Celica |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |