2001 Honda Fuya Jo vs. 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle

To start off, both 2001 Honda Fuya Jo and 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle (149 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2001 Honda Fuya Jo. (127 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Fuya Jo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 345 kg more than 2001 Honda Fuya Jo. 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, 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle (240 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Fuya Jo. (149 Nm). This means 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Fuya Jo. 2001 Honda Fuya Jo has automatic transmission and 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle has manual transmission. 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Honda Fuya Jo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Honda Fuya Jo 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle
Make Honda Volkswagen
Model Fuya Jo New Beetle
Year Released 2001 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 995 cc 1786 cc
Horse Power 127 HP 149 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 149 Nm 240 Nm
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 840 kg 1185 kg
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 3010 mm


 

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