2007 Mercedes-Benz B vs. 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz B 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 2,480 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz B (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz B is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mercedes-Benz B. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz B (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. (231 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. 2007 Mercedes-Benz B has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz B will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz B | 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | B | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2034 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 92.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
