2004 Volkswagen New Beetle vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle would be higher. Both 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle and 2007 Volkswagen Touran are equipped with a 1,896 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touran (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 142 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.
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, both vehicles can yield 250 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2004 Volkswagen New Beetle | 2007 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
Model | New Beetle | Touran |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 250 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1498 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |