2005 Acura EL vs. 1996 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Acura EL is newer by 9 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 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Celica (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Acura EL. (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura EL.
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, 1996 Toyota Celica (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura EL. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura EL | 1996 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | EL | Celica |
Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1667 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |