1997 Toyota Celica vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Celica. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 488 kg more than 1997 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Celica. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Toyota Celica | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Celica | Passat |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1762 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1583 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
