2000 Toyota Celica vs. 2009 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna 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 3,455 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Celica. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 325 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 four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2000 Toyota Celica (622 Nm) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Sienna. 2009 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Celica | 2009 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Celica | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 622 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 76 L |
