2005 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2000 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Celica. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Celica weights approximately 464 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Because 2000 Toyota Celica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Celica 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, 2000 Toyota Celica (622 Nm) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (177 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2000 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Lancer | Celica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 622 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 87 L |
