2009 Ford Kuga vs. 2004 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Ford Kuga is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Kuga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Celica (140 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Ford Kuga. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Kuga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Kuga weights approximately 436 kg more than 2004 Toyota Celica.
Because 2009 Ford Kuga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Kuga 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, 2009 Ford Kuga (320 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Celica. (170 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Kuga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Kuga | 2004 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Kuga | Celica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
