2005 Nissan Maxima vs. 2000 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Nissan Maxima 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Maxima (276 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Celica. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 459 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.
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, 2005 Nissan Maxima (346 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Celica. (180 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Maxima | 2000 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Maxima | Celica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |
