2000 Toyota Celica vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2006 Toyota Highlander is newer by 6 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 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Celica. (190 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Celica weights approximately 190 kg more than 2006 Toyota Highlander.
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, 2006 Toyota Highlander (287 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Celica. (177 Nm). This means 2006 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Celica | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Celica | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |
