2005 Mazda 6 vs. 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle would be higher. At 1,838 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle (149 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda 6 | 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | 6 | New Beetle |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1838 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |