2006 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,803 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Celica (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 873 kg more than 2001 Toyota Celica.
Because 2006 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic 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, 2001 Toyota Celica (180 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 2001 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Civic | Celica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1803 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
