2005 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 613 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (434 Nm) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. (170 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota 4Runner | 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | 4Runner | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4671 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1844 kg | 1231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 55 L |
