2000 Volkswagen New Beetle vs. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen New Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen New Beetle would be higher. At 2,478 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen New Beetle. (100 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen New Beetle.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (231 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen New Beetle. (152 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Volkswagen New Beetle | 2007 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
Model | New Beetle | Jetta |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2478 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 92.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |