2009 Volkswagen Beetle vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. Both 2009 Volkswagen Beetle and 2007 Volkswagen Touran are equipped with a 1,984 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touran (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Beetle. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touran (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Beetle. (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen Beetle | 2007 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Beetle | Touran |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
