2001 Toyota Celica vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 6 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Celica (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 55 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, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (310 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Celica. (180 Nm). This means 2007 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Celica | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Celica | Polo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1119 kg | 1174 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
