2005 Toyota Celsior vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Celsior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Celsior would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Celsior is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Celsior (277 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Celsior should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Celsior weights approximately 330 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Celsior is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Toyota Celsior. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touran, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Celsior (417 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Celsior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. 2005 Toyota Celsior has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Touran has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Touran will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Celsior will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Toyota Celsior | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Celsior | Touran |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 417 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |