1996 Toyota Celica vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 2650 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Celica. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1996 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Celica. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Celica. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Celica | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Celica | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1762 cc | 3597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 96.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
