2001 Toyota Celica vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Celica (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 391 kg more than 2001 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (351 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Celica. (180 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Celica. 2005 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Celica | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Celica | Passat |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 226 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1119 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |
