2007 Volkswagen New Beetle vs. 2012 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2012 Toyota Matrix 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Matrix (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Matrix should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle.
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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Matrix. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle | 2012 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
| Model | New Beetle | Matrix |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 173 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 Length | 4100 mm | 4366 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1549 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
