2005 Marcos TSO vs. 2000 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Marcos TSO 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Marcos TSO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Marcos TSO (475 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Celica. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TSO should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Marcos TSO weights approximately 51 kg more than 2000 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Marcos TSO 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 Marcos TSO. 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 Marcos TSO (535 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Celica. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2005 Marcos TSO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Marcos TSO | 2000 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Marcos | Toyota |
| Model | TSO | Celica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 475 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 535 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2610 mm |
