2001 Mazda 6 vs. 2006 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Toyota Celica is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Celica (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2001 Mazda 6. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 6 weights approximately 152 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Toyota Celica (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda 6. (165 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda 6 | 2006 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 6 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
