2005 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2005 Toyota Celica
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Impala and 2005 Toyota Celica were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,354 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Impala (177 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Celica. (145 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 360 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.
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, 2005 Chevrolet Impala (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Celica. (175 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Celica. 2005 Chevrolet Impala has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Impala will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Impala | 2005 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Impala | Celica |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3354 cc | 1792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 55 L |