2005 Volkswagen New Beetle vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, both 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle and 2005 Toyota Corolla were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 205 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (190 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. (170 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
| Model | New Beetle | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
