2001 Acura RL vs. 1999 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2001 Acura RL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura RL (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Celica. (145 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura RL weights approximately 585 kg more than 1999 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Acura RL (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Celica. 2001 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 1999 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1999 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RL | 1999 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | RL | Celica |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 1792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
