2004 Volkswagen New Beetle vs. 2004 Volkswagen Concept C
To start off, both 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle and 2004 Volkswagen Concept C were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Concept C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Concept C (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Concept C should accelerate faster than 2004 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 Volkswagen Concept C (200 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. (165 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Concept C 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 Volkswagen Concept C | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | New Beetle | Concept C |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
