2007 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle

To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle.

Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (361 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. (165 Nm). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Volkswagen Touareg 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle
Make Volkswagen Volkswagen
Model Touareg New Beetle
Year Released 2007 2005
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3597 cc 1983 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 276 HP 115 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 361 Nm 165 Nm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 4100 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1730 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 11.8 L/100km 7.6 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14.7 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.8 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 55 L


 

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