2012 Lancia Voyager vs. 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2012 Lancia Voyager is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle would be higher. At 3,604 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lancia Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lancia Voyager (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Voyager should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Voyager weights approximately 779 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. 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, 2012 Lancia Voyager (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Lancia Voyager | 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
Model | Voyager | New Beetle |
Year Released | 2012 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3604 cc | 1899 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 352 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 1331 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5151 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1999 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1725 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3078 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |