2001 Honda Stream vs. 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Stream. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Stream would be higher. At 2,480 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2001 Honda Stream. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Stream.
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 New Beetle (231 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Stream. (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Stream | 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Stream | New Beetle |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1667 cc | 2480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 92.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |