2000 Toyota Celica vs. 2012 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti EX is newer by 12 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 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti EX (316 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Celica. (190 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Celica.
Because 2012 Infiniti EX 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 2012 Infiniti EX. 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, 2012 Infiniti EX (360 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Celica. (177 Nm). This means 2012 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Celica. 2012 Infiniti EX 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. 2012 Infiniti EX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Celica | 2012 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Toyota | Infiniti |
| Model | Celica | EX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1572 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 76 L |
