2005 Toyota Celica vs. 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2005 Toyota Celica is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Celica (129 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 216 kg more than 2005 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, 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle (250 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Celica. (170 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Celica | 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Celica | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1832 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
