2007 Pontiac G6 vs. 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, both 2007 Pontiac G6 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Pontiac G6 (169 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster 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 Pontiac G6 (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Pontiac G6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. 2007 Pontiac G6 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 Pontiac G6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Pontiac G6 | 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
| Model | G6 | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
