2000 Toyota Celica vs. 2010 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 10 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Celica. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Celica weights approximately 386 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen T5.
Because 2000 Toyota Celica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen T5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Celica will offer significantly more control. 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 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen T5. (400 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen T5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Celica | 2010 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Celica | T5 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 622 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 80 L |
