1998 Toyota Celica vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (145 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 200 kg more than 1998 Toyota Celica. 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, 2003 Toyota Avensis (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Celica. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Celica. 2003 Toyota Avensis has automatic transmission and 1998 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1998 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Celica | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Celica | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1762 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
