2006 Toyota Corolla vs. 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Corolla (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 247 kg more than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle (170 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (166 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Toyota Corolla | 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Corolla | New Beetle |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1786 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 170 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.5 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1148 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |