2004 Saab 93 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 Saab 93. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Saab 93 would be higher. At 2,501 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 27 more horse power than 2004 Saab 93. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 2004 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Saab 93 weights approximately 218 kg more than 2006 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, 2004 Saab 93 (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. (231 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Saab 93 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Saab 93 | 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Saab | Volkswagen |
| Model | 93 | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2501 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 | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 92.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
