2007 BMW 328 vs. 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. (169 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. (220 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 328 | 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 328 | New Beetle |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |