2000 Toyota Celica vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Celica (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. (94 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 106 kg more than 2000 Toyota Celica.
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, 2000 Toyota Celica (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. (141 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Celica | 2010 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Celica | A |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 69.2 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1119 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 54 L |
