2006 Audi Allroad vs. 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi Allroad. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi Allroad would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi Allroad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi Allroad (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi Allroad weights approximately 722 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi Allroad is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi Allroad 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, 2006 Audi Allroad (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. (231 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi Allroad | 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Allroad | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
