1996 Toyota Celica vs. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Celica. (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 640 kg more than 1996 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Celica. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Toyota Celica | 2001 Vauxhall Frontera | |
Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
Model | Celica | Frontera |
Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |