2007 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 74 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (133 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Golf | 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.5 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
