2008 Acura TL vs. 1999 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 9 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Celica. (129 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster 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, 2008 Acura TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Celica. (171 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Celica. 2008 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 1999 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1999 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 1999 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | TL | Celica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2800 mm |
