2001 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1999 Toyota Celica

To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Celica. (129 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1120 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.

Because 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Celica. (171 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Celica.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Chevrolet Tahoe 1999 Toyota Celica
Make Chevrolet Toyota
Model Tahoe Celica
Year Released 2001 1999
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4807 cc 1832 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 260 HP 129 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 393 Nm 171 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96.1 mm 79 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83 mm 91.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 6 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2260 kg 1140 kg
Vehicle Length 5060 mm 4340 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1890 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2800 mm


 

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