2000 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 71 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic 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, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Civic | New Beetle |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1231 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |