2000 Toyota Celica vs. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (420 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Celica. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 839 kg more than 2000 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 (622 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton. (551 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Celica | 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Celica | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 622 Nm | 551 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2449 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 90 L |
