2001 Nissan Almera 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 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Celica (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Almera. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Celica weights approximately 28 kg more than 2001 Nissan Almera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Almera. (130 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Nissan Almera | 2006 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Almera | Celica |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
