2005 Subaru Traviq vs. 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2005 Subaru Traviq 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Traviq is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle (149 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Traviq. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Traviq. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Traviq weights approximately 291 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Traviq. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Traviq.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Traviq | 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Traviq | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3010 mm |
