2008 Peugeot Partner vs. 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, both 2008 Peugeot Partner 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 1,867 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Peugeot Partner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot Partner. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot Partner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 105 kg more than 2008 Peugeot Partner. 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 (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot Partner. (126 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot Partner.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Peugeot Partner | 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
Model | Partner | New Beetle |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1867 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 142 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.5 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |