2004 Ford Puma vs. 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Puma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Puma would be higher. At 2,475 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2004 Ford Puma. (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 127 kg more than 2004 Ford Puma. 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, 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle (232 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Puma. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Puma | 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Puma | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1678 cc | 2475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 92.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
