1999 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2004 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2004 Toyota Celica is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Celica (140 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier weights approximately 87 kg more than 2004 Toyota Celica.
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, 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier (176 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Celica. (170 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2004 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Cavalier | Celica |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2190 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |
