2006 Volkswagen New Beetle vs. 2006 Volvo S40
To start off, both 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle and 2006 Volvo S40 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,501 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S40. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S40.
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 (231 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S40. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Volkswagen New Beetle | 2006 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
Model | New Beetle | S40 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |