2007 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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 108 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volkswagen 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 @ 3200 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Volkswagen Touareg | 2013 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
Model | Touareg | Beetle |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3597 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 361 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4277 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2537 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |