2005 Fiat Panda vs. 2006 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Toyota Celica is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Panda 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 129 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Celica weights approximately 118 kg more than 2005 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda 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, 2006 Toyota Celica (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 2006 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Panda | Celica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 55 L |
