2007 Toyota Avanza vs. 1999 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avanza is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Beetle (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 137 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Volkswagen Beetle (171 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Avanza | 1999 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Avanza | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.2 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1094 kg | 1231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
