2004 Toyota Celica vs. 2002 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2004 Toyota Celica is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Sharan (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Celica. (140 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 566 kg more than 2004 Toyota Celica. 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, 2002 Volkswagen Sharan (220 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Celica. (170 Nm). This means 2002 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Celica | 2002 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Celica | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
