2005 Porsche 911 vs. 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (445 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 281 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. (241 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 911 | 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 911 | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 445 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 307 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.2 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1309 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.3 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
