2006 Ford Fiesta vs. 2006 Toyota Celica

To start off, both 2006 Ford Fiesta and 2006 Toyota Celica were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Celica (141 HP) has 41 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Celica weights approximately 67 kg more than 2006 Ford Fiesta. 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, 2006 Toyota Celica (172 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (146 Nm). This means 2006 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fiesta. 2006 Ford Fiesta has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Fiesta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Ford Fiesta 2006 Toyota Celica
Make Ford Toyota
Model Fiesta Celica
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1594 cc 1794 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 100 HP 141 HP
Torque 146 Nm 172 Nm
Engine Bore Size 79 mm 79 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81.4 mm 91.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 10.0:1
Top Speed 184 km/hour 205 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.6 seconds 8.7 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1108 kg 1175 kg
Vehicle Length 3920 mm 4360 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2490 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.6 L/100km 7.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 55 L


 

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