1999 Volkswagen New Beetle vs. 2012 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle would be higher. At 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 6 (127 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 6 weights approximately 276 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle. 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, 2012 Mazda 6 (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle. (172 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle | 2012 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Mazda |
| Model | New Beetle | 6 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1967 cc | 2183 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
