2000 Toyota Celica vs. 2010 Lexus IS
To start off, 2010 Lexus IS is newer by 10 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 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus IS (204 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Celica. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus IS weights approximately 448 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.
Because 2010 Lexus IS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Lexus IS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Celica, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Lexus IS (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Celica. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Celica | 2010 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Toyota | Lexus |
| Model | Celica | IS |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1119 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
