1999 Audi A4 vs. 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, both 1999 Audi A4 and 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (150 HP) has 61 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle. (89 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Because 1999 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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, both vehicles can yield 210 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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1999 Audi A4 | 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A4 | New Beetle |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 89 HP |
Torque | 210 Nm | 210 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |