2008 Nissan Note vs. 2005 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 Nissan Note is newer by 3 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Celica (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Note. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Note. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Celica weights approximately 33 kg more than 2008 Nissan Note. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Toyota Celica (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Note. (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Note.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Note | 2005 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Note | Celica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 55 L |
