2007 Volkswagen New Beetle vs. 2011 Kia Forte
To start off, 2011 Kia Forte 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 68 kg more than 2011 Kia Forte.
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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle | 2011 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Kia |
| Model | New Beetle | Forte |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4300 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 | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1309 kg | 1241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 52 L |
