2005 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle

To start off, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,480 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 165 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle (231 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Volkswagen Golf 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle
Make Volkswagen Volkswagen
Model Golf New Beetle
Year Released 2005 2008
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1598 cc 2480 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 113 HP 150 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 155 Nm 231 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3750 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1185 kg 1350 kg
Vehicle Length 4210 mm 4100 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.4 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 55 L


 

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