1997 Toyota Corolla vs. 2000 Toyota Celica

To start off, 2000 Toyota Celica is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Corolla (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Celica. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Celica weights approximately 520 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla.

Because 2000 Toyota Celica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Toyota Celica (622 Nm) has 487 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

1997 Toyota Corolla 2000 Toyota Celica
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Corolla Celica
Year Released 1997 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1587 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 105 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 135 Nm 622 Nm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1090 kg 1610 kg
Vehicle Length 4280 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1280 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2440 mm


 

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