2007 Mazda 2 vs. 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, both 2007 Mazda 2 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 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 2 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Mazda 2 (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mazda 2 | 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | 2 | New Beetle |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 14.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1159 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |