2006 Toyota Celica vs. 1999 Volvo V40
To start off, 2006 Toyota Celica is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volvo V40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volvo V40 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Celica (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1999 Volvo V40. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1999 Volvo V40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volvo V40 weights approximately 22 kg more than 2006 Toyota Celica.
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 (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volvo V40. (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volvo V40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Celica | 1999 Volvo V40 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Celica | V40 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2570 mm |
