1994 Eagle Summit vs. 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Eagle Summit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Eagle Summit would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Eagle Summit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Eagle Summit (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Eagle Summit should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 55 kg more than 1994 Eagle Summit.
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, 1994 Eagle Summit (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 Eagle Summit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Eagle Summit | 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Eagle | Volkswagen |
| Model | Summit | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2590 mm |
