1994 Plymouth Breeze vs. 2009 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Plymouth Breeze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Plymouth Breeze would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Plymouth Breeze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Plymouth Breeze (150 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Beetle. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Breeze should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Beetle.
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 Plymouth Breeze (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Beetle. (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Plymouth Breeze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Beetle. 1994 Plymouth Breeze has automatic transmission and 2009 Volkswagen Beetle has manual transmission. 2009 Volkswagen Beetle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Plymouth Breeze will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Plymouth Breeze | 2009 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Plymouth | Volkswagen |
Model | Breeze | Beetle |
Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |