2006 Volkswagen New Beetle vs. 2009 Volvo V50
To start off, 2009 Volvo V50 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo V50 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo V50 weights approximately 436 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. 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, 2009 Volvo V50 (321 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. (232 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle | 2009 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | New Beetle | V50 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2475 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1162 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |
