2005 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2000 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Celica (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Donkervoort D8. (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2005 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Celica weights approximately 494 kg more than 2005 Donkervoort D8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Donkervoort D8 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 2005 Donkervoort D8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2005 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Celica. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2005 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Donkervoort D8 | 2000 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Donkervoort | Toyota |
Model | D8 | Celica |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1119 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |