2007 Volkswagen New Beetle vs. 2011 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2011 Jeep Patriot is newer by 4 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 142 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, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Jeep Patriot. (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle | 2011 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Jeep |
| Model | New Beetle | Patriot |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1309 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1758 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1697 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 51 L |
