2006 Ford S-Max vs. 2000 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Ford S-Max is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Ford S-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford S-Max (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Celica. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford S-Max should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford S-Max weights approximately 562 kg more than 2000 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, 2006 Ford S-Max (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Celica. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford S-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford S-Max | 2000 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | S-Max | Celica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 85 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
