2004 Volkswagen New Beetle vs. 2004 Audi S3
To start off, both 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle and 2004 Audi S3 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi S3 (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi S3 weights approximately 144 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi S3 will offer significantly more control. 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 Audi S3 (280 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. (220 Nm). This means 2004 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle | 2004 Audi S3 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Audi |
| Model | New Beetle | S3 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1279 kg | 1423 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |
