2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 3,997 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 347 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.

Because 2005 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen Passat (370 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. (231 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Volkswagen Passat 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle
Make Volkswagen Volkswagen
Model Passat New Beetle
Year Released 2005 2006
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3997 cc 2501 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type W in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 271 HP 150 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 370 Nm 231 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 3750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 82.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.2 mm 92.7 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 250 km/hour 204 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1665 kg 1318 kg
Vehicle Length 4710 mm 4100 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.1 L/100km 9.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 55 L


 

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