2003 Acura CL vs. 1997 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2003 Acura CL is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Celica. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura CL weights approximately 485 kg more than 1997 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, 2003 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Celica. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Celica. 2003 Acura CL has automatic transmission and 1997 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1997 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Acura CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura CL | 1997 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | CL | Celica |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
