2006 Subaru Outback vs. 2000 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2006 Subaru Outback is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Outback (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. (167 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Outback weights approximately 222 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Outback 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, 2006 Subaru Outback (339 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. (220 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Outback | 2000 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Outback | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2324 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1327 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
