2005 Nissan Altima vs. 2005 Toyota Celica
To start off, both 2005 Nissan Altima 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Altima (260 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Celica. (129 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Altima weights approximately 347 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 Nissan Altima (334 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Celica. (170 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Altima | 2005 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Altima | Celica |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1832 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 170 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1487 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |