2006 Volkswagen New Beetle vs. 2000 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Westfield ZEI (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 634 kg more than 2000 Westfield ZEI.
Because 2000 Westfield ZEI is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Westfield ZEI. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle | 2000 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Westfield |
| Model | New Beetle | ZEI |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2340 mm |
