2006 Volkswagen New Beetle vs. 2006 Toyota Aygo
To start off, both 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle and 2006 Toyota Aygo 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 @ 2400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Aygo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 298 kg more than 2006 Toyota Aygo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Aygo. 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Aygo has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Aygo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle | 2006 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
| Model | New Beetle | Aygo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 14.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1162 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 35 L |
