2007 Mazda 6 vs. 2006 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (213 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Celica. (141 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Celica weights approximately 365 kg more than 2007 Mazda 6.
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 6 (267 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Celica. 2007 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 6 | 2006 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 6 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 267 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
