2005 Saturn Vue vs. 1998 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2005 Saturn Vue is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn Vue (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Beetle. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn Vue weights approximately 215 kg more than 1998 Volkswagen 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 Saturn Vue (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Beetle. (165 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Saturn Vue | 1998 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Saturn | Volkswagen |
| Model | Vue | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 92.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
