2006 Kia Sportage vs. 2005 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 1 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Celica (180 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 866 kg more than 2005 Toyota Celica.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage 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, 2006 Kia Sportage (188 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Celica. (176 Nm). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sportage | 2005 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Sportage | Celica |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1803 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 176 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 11.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1134 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |