2005 Peugeot 807 vs. 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, both 2005 Peugeot 807 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 807 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 807 (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 807 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 625 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.
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 Peugeot 807 (385 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 807 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. 2005 Peugeot 807 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 Peugeot 807 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Peugeot 807 | 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 807 | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 14.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 1159 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
