2005 Toyota Celica vs. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Celica. (140 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 605 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.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Equinox is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox (233 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Celica. (170 Nm). This means 2012 Chevrolet Equinox 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 Equinox | |
Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
Model | Celica | Equinox |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1785 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 233 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2858 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 71 L |