2006 Skoda Superb vs. 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, both 2006 Skoda Superb 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. Both 2006 Skoda Superb and 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle are equipped with a 1,781 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 148 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Superb weights approximately 249 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 (220 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Superb. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Superb.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Skoda Superb | 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
Model | Superb | New Beetle |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 1264 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |