2008 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, both 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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 3,595 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP) has 130 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. (150 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (361 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. (231 Nm). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Volkswagen Touareg | 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
Model | Touareg | New Beetle |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3595 cc | 2480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 150 HP |
Torque | 361 Nm | 231 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1231 kg | 1231 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |