2005 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 2,501 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 214 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle.
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, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle (231 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. (171 Nm). This means 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Jetta | 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Jetta | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1376 kg | 1162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
