2004 Volkswagen New Beetle vs. 2013 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2013 Ford Fusion is newer by 9 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. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Fusion (234 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Fusion weights approximately 204 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 2013 Ford Fusion is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fusion 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, 2013 Ford Fusion (339 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. (250 Nm). This means 2013 Ford Fusion 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 | 2013 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
Model | New Beetle | Fusion |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 234 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 339 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4869 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2121 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.3 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |