2006 Mitsubishi Grandis vs. 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, both 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis 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 2,501 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis weights approximately 302 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 Volkswagen New Beetle (231 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis. 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis 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 Mitsubishi Grandis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mitsubishi Grandis | 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | Grandis | New Beetle |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2378 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |