2005 Nissan Altima vs. 1996 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Nissan Altima 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 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Altima (250 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Celica. (173 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Altima weights approximately 280 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.
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 Nissan Altima (338 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Celica. (178 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Altima | 1996 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Altima | Celica |
Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3490 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 178 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 75 L |