2000 Toyota Celica vs. 2005 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 5 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Celica (190 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Celica weights approximately 334 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. 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, 2000 Toyota Celica (177 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. (155 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Celica | 2005 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Celica | Bora |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1211 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
