2007 Mazda 5 vs. 2004 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2007 Mazda 5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Camry (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 5. (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Camry weights approximately 234 kg more than 2007 Mazda 5. 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, 2004 Toyota Camry (220 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 5. (201 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 5 | 2004 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 5 | Camry |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.9 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
