2006 Ford Bantam vs. 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, both 2006 Ford Bantam 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle (115 HP @ 2400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Bantam weights approximately 82 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Ford Bantam (179 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Bantam has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Bantam will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Bantam | 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Bantam | New Beetle |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1984 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |