2008 Toyota Celica vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Celica (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 365 kg more than 2008 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, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Toyota Celica | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Celica | Tiguan |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1541 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4426 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1809 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1703 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |