2007 Proton Gen vs. 2000 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2007 Proton Gen is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen New Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen New Beetle would be higher. Both 2007 Proton Gen and 2000 Volkswagen New Beetle are equipped with a 1,597 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Proton Gen (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen New Beetle. (100 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Proton Gen should accelerate faster than 2000 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, 2000 Volkswagen New Beetle (152 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Proton Gen. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Proton Gen.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Proton Gen | 2000 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Proton | Volkswagen |
Model | Gen | New Beetle |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |