1997 Skoda Felicia vs. 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Skoda Felicia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Skoda Felicia would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1997 Skoda Felicia. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 1997 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 344 kg more than 1997 Skoda Felicia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle (220 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Skoda Felicia. (95 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Skoda Felicia | 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
Model | Felicia | New Beetle |
Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1264 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |