2005 Honda Logo vs. 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2005 Honda Logo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle would be higher. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2005 Honda Logo. (64 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Logo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 339 kg more than 2005 Honda Logo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle (220 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Logo. (109 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Logo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Logo | 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Logo | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |
