2003 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1999 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 4 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 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (246 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Celica. (145 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 810 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 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (380 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Celica. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser 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. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1999 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Celica |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 55 L |
