1996 Toyota Celica vs. 2012 Ford Kuga
To start off, 2012 Ford Kuga is newer by 16 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Kuga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Celica (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2012 Ford Kuga. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Kuga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Kuga weights approximately 360 kg more than 1996 Toyota Celica.
Because 2012 Ford Kuga 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, 2012 Ford Kuga 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, 2012 Ford Kuga (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Celica. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Kuga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Toyota Celica | 2012 Ford Kuga | |
Make | Toyota | Ford |
Model | Celica | Kuga |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 53 L |