2005 Honda Logo 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 Logo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Logo would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Honda Logo. (64 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Logo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 398 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, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Logo. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Logo | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1338 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2520 mm |
