2006 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 554 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Because 2006 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic 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, 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle (220 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Civic | 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Civic | New Beetle |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 220 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1436 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |