2005 Subaru Baja vs. 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Baja. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Baja would be higher. At 2,458 cc, 2005 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Baja (165 HP) has 66 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. (99 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Baja weights approximately 275 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Baja 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, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle (240 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Baja. (226 Nm). This means 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Baja.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Baja | 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Baja | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 99 HP |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1309 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
