2007 Mazda 6 vs. 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, both 2007 Mazda 6 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 2,323 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle (168 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 6. (165 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 14 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 Volkswagen New Beetle (220 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 6. (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mazda 6 | 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | 6 | New Beetle |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2323 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 207 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 8.7 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 | 1354 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |