2005 Chevrolet Suburban 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 Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (509 Nm) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. (241 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Suburban | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 55 L |
