2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Silverado | New Beetle |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5359 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 220 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |