2005 Honda Legend 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 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Legend (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen New 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, 2005 Honda Legend (303 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. (241 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. 2005 Honda Legend 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 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Legend | 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Legend | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 303 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
