2002 Honda Accord vs. 1999 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 3 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (240 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Celica. (129 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 216 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, 2002 Honda Accord (287 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Celica. (171 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 1999 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Celica |
Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1832 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |