2007 Volkswagen New Beetle vs. 2012 Hyundai H1
To start off, 2012 Hyundai H1 is newer by 5 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai H1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai H1 (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai H1 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Hyundai H1 (224 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. (220 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai H1 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 | 2012 Hyundai H1 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Hyundai |
| Model | New Beetle | H1 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 16.5 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
