2008 Fiat Linea vs. 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Linea and 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Linea. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Linea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 81 kg more than 2008 Fiat Linea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle (220 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Linea. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Linea.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Linea | 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Linea | New Beetle |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.2 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |