2007 Hyundai Elantra vs. 1999 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 8 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 1,792 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Celica (145 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 110 kg more than 1999 Toyota Celica.
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, 1999 Toyota Celica (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Elantra | 1999 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Elantra | Celica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
