2000 Toyota Mark II vs. 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 2,480 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Mark II (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Because 2000 Toyota Mark II is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Toyota Mark II. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle (231 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Mark II. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Mark II. 2000 Toyota Mark II has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Mark II will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Mark II | 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mark II | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 55 L |
