2006 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz A 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz A (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 476 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 Volkswagen New Beetle (241 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A. (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A. 2006 Mercedes-Benz A has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz A will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Mercedes-Benz A | 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
Model | A | New Beetle |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1309 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |