2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 vs. 2002 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 (263 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Celica. (129 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 should accelerate faster than 2002 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 MazdaSpeed3 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Celica. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 | 2002 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | MazdaSpeed3 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
