2006 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Sonata (235 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen 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, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Sonata. (306 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Sonata.
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2006 Hyundai Sonata | 2013 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Sonata | Beetle |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3343 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4278 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1486 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2537 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 55 L |