2007 Volkswagen New Beetle vs. 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 6 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. 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, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle | 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | New Beetle | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1292 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1404 mm |
