2000 Toyota Celica vs. 2003 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 3 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Celica (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Passat. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 453 kg more 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, 2003 Volkswagen Passat (326 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Celica. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Celica. 2003 Volkswagen Passat 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. 2003 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Toyota Celica | 2003 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Celica | Passat |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 78.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1119 kg | 1572 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |