2009 Saturn Astra vs. 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2009 Saturn Astra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle would be higher. At 2,475 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Saturn Astra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 2009 Saturn Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saturn Astra weights approximately 573 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle.
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, 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle (232 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Astra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Saturn Astra | 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Saturn | Volkswagen |
Model | Astra | New Beetle |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2475 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |