1999 Toyota Celica vs. 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 5 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 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Celica (129 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 120 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 (171 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Toyota Celica | 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Celica | New Beetle |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1832 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |