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.
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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 |