2005 Honda HR-V vs. 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda HR-V (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 139 kg more than 2005 Honda HR-V.
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, 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle (241 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda HR-V | 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | HR-V | New Beetle |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1309 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |