2009 Toyota Venza vs. 2000 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Toyota Venza is newer by 9 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Celica. (190 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 2000 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, 2009 Toyota Venza (334 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Celica. (177 Nm). This means 2009 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Celica. 2009 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 2000 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 2000 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Venza | 2000 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Venza | Celica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3456 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 75 L |
