2007 Toyota Hilux vs. 2006 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux is newer by 1 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 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Celica (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (161 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 581 kg more than 2006 Toyota Celica.
Because 2007 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Hilux 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, 2007 Toyota Hilux (343 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Celica. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Hilux | 2006 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Hilux | Celica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1799 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
