1989 Toyota Celica vs. 2003 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2003 Toyota Sienna is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Celica (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Sienna. (173 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 185 kg more than 1989 Toyota Celica.
Because 1989 Toyota Celica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Toyota Sienna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Celica 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, 2003 Toyota Sienna (294 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Celica. (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Celica. 2003 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1989 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1989 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Toyota Celica | 2003 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Celica | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2910 mm |
