2005 Dodge Ram vs. 1996 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram 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 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Celica. (173 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1782 kg more than 1996 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram 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, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Celica. (178 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 1996 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Ram | Celica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2962 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 75 L |
