2007 Volkswagen New Beetle vs. 2013 Volvo X670
To start off, 2013 Volvo X670 is newer by 6 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo X670 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo X670 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. (114 HP @ 2400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo X670 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo X670 weights approximately 697 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.
Because 2013 Volvo X670 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo X670 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Volvo X670 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo X670 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 | 2013 Volvo X670 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | New Beetle | X670 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1231 kg | 1928 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2815 mm |
