2005 Honda Element vs. 2000 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2005 Honda Element is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle (167 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Honda Element. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Element weights approximately 303 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen 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, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle (220 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Element. (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Element | 2000 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Element | Beetle |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2324 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1327 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |