2007 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, both 2007 Audi A6 and 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,122 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 231 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A6 | 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A6 | New Beetle |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3122 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1309 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |