2000 Toyota Celica vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 9 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Celica. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Celica weights approximately 126 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
Because 2000 Toyota Celica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Accord. 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 430 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (192 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord. 2009 Honda Accord 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. 2009 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Celica | 2009 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Toyota | Honda |
| Model | Celica | Accord |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 622 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 65 L |
