2001 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Toyota Celica is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mustang (193 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Celica. (140 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mustang weights approximately 312 kg more than 2005 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Celica, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Mustang (306 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Celica. (170 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mustang | 2005 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mustang | Celica |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1785 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1412 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |
