2006 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, both 2006 Audi A4 and 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,982 cc, 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (197 HP) has 123 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 87 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.
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, 2006 Audi A4 (280 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. (127 Nm). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A4 | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 1390 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 15.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1338 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
