2005 Toyota Celica vs. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 7 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 1,792 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Celica (145 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. (138 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze weights approximately 232 kg more than 2005 Toyota Celica.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze (200 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Celica. (175 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Celica | 2012 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Celica | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1792 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 59 L |
