2005 Toyota Celica vs. 2010 Ford Flex
To start off, 2010 Ford Flex is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Celica. (140 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Flex weights approximately 928 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, 2010 Ford Flex (336 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Celica. (170 Nm). This means 2010 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Celica | 2010 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Celica | Flex |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1785 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2995 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
