2000 Toyota Celica vs. 2002 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2002 Toyota Avalon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Avalon (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Celica. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 567 kg more than 2000 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, 2002 Toyota Avalon (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Celica. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Celica. 2002 Toyota Avalon has automatic transmission and 2000 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 2000 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Celica | 2002 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Celica | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1119 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
