2006 Volkswagen New Beetle vs. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 5 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze (138 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. (115 HP @ 2400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster 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, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze (200 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Cruze 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 | 2011 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Chevrolet |
| Model | New Beetle | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 59 L |
