2008 Toyota Hilux vs. 2005 Toyota Celsior

To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Celsior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Celsior would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Celsior is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Celsior weights approximately 300 kg more than 2008 Toyota Hilux.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Celsior (417 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Hilux. (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Celsior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Hilux. 2005 Toyota Celsior has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Hilux will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Celsior will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Toyota Hilux 2005 Toyota Celsior
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Hilux Celsior
Year Released 2008 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2494 cc 4293 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 0 HP 277 HP
Torque 200 Nm 417 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1530 kg 1830 kg
Vehicle Length 5260 mm 5010 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1690 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 3090 mm 2860 mm


 

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