2006 Toyota Celica vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Celica. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1093 kg more than 2006 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Celica, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Celica. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Celica. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Celica | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Celica | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 2311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 98 L |
