2000 Toyota Celica vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Celica. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 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 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2000 Toyota Celica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 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 352 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (270 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla. 2002 Toyota Corolla 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 Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Celica | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Celica | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 622 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 50 L |
