2006 Volkswagen New Beetle vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 is newer by 4 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 6 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 6 weights approximately 72 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, 2010 Mazda 6 (165 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. (127 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. 2010 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Mazda |
| Model | New Beetle | 6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.6 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1338 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
