2004 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 128 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. 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, 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle (171 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (152 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Civic | New Beetle |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 171 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |