2005 Isuzu VehiCross vs. 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, both 2005 Isuzu VehiCross and 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Isuzu VehiCross is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Isuzu VehiCross (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Isuzu VehiCross should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Isuzu VehiCross weights approximately 352 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Isuzu VehiCross is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Isuzu VehiCross will offer significantly more control. 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 Isuzu VehiCross (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. (170 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Isuzu VehiCross will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. 2005 Isuzu VehiCross has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Isuzu VehiCross will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Isuzu VehiCross | 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Isuzu | Volkswagen |
Model | VehiCross | New Beetle |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3165 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2520 mm |