1998 Toyota Caldina vs. 2005 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Toyota Celica is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Celica (145 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Caldina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 165 kg more than 2005 Toyota Celica.
Because 1998 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina 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, 1998 Toyota Caldina (181 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Celica. (175 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Caldina | 2005 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Caldina | Celica |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
