2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 vs. 2005 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 (250 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Crown. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Crown.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Crown. (294 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 | 2005 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | MazdaSpeed3 | Crown |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2298 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
