2006 Volkswagen New Beetle vs. 2006 Peugeot 1007
To start off, both 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle and 2006 Peugeot 1007 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle (115 HP) has 43 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 1007. (72 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 1007. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 1007 weights approximately 53 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 (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 1007. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 1007.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle | 2006 Peugeot 1007 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Peugeot |
| Model | New Beetle | 1007 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 14.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1162 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
