2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van vs. 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle would be higher. At 2,500 cc, 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle (113 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van | 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | LT 35 HR Panel Van | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1899 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 113 HP |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 139 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2580 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
