Diesel
2004 Volkswagen New Beetle
The 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle is a diesel sedan. It has a 1.9-litre turbocharged four-cylinder engine producing 150 hp (112 kW), with a 6-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. 0–60 mph takes 9.0 seconds and top speed is 118 mph (190 km/h).
SPECS
| Make | Volkswagen | Model | New Beetle |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year | 2004 | Version / Trim | Volkswagen 2004 New Beetle |
| Body Style | Sedan | Doors | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | Ext. Colour | Candy White, Black, Black Magic Pearl, Reflex Silver Metallic, Tornado Red, Galactic Blue Metallic, Indigo Blue Pearl, Platinum Grey Metallic |
| Steering | LHD / RHD | Manufactured In | Germany |
| Drive | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Transmission | Automatic (S6) |
| Engine | 1.9L 4-cyl Turbo | Engine Size | 1,900 cc |
| Power | 150 hp / 112 kW | Torque | 162 Nm / 119 lb-ft |
| 0–60 mph (0–97 km/h) | 9.0 sec | Top Speed | 118 mph (190 km/h) |
| Fuel Economy | 30 mpg city / 38 mpg hwy | ||
| Wheelbase | 2,512 mm | Kerb Weight | 1,280 kg (2,822 lb) |
HOW IT COMPARES WITH OTHER 2004 SEDANS
Compared with other 2004 sedans in our database, its 150 hp is 33% less than the average 2004 sedan (225 hp), and it reaches 60 mph 1.3 seconds slower than average, and it is 18% lighter than the typical sedan.
| 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle | Average 2004 sedans | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power | 150 hp | 225 hp (76 cars) | -33% |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 292 Nm (76 cars) | -45% |
| 0–60 mph | 9.0 s | 7.7 s (72 cars) | +17% |
| Top speed | 118 mph | 131 mph (72 cars) | -10% |
| Kerb weight | 1,280 kg | 1,556 kg (86 cars) | -18% |
| Engine size | 1,900 cc | 3,095 cc (86 cars) | -39% |
Averages are calculated from all cars of the same model year and body type in the CarDetails.org database that have the figure listed. For 0–60 mph, a negative difference means quicker.
CLOSEST RIVALS
Other 2004 sedans with similar power to the 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle.
| Car | Power | 0–60 mph | Kerb weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle | 150 hp | 9.0 s | 1,280 kg |
| 2004 Subaru Impreza AWD | 148 hp | 9.5 s | 1,230 kg |
| 2004 Mazda 3 | 148 hp | 8.0 s | 1,250 kg |
| 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer | 148 hp | 8.5 s | 1,350 kg |
| 2004 Suzuki Aerio | 145 hp | 9.0 s | 1,182 kg |
FEATURES
Air Conditioning
Dual-Zone Climate Control
Heated Front Seats
Leather Seats
Power Front Seats
Navigation System
Premium Audio
ABS
Electronic Stability Control
Traction Control
Airbags (Multiple)
Adaptive Cruise Control
Rear Parking Sensors
Alloy Wheels
Fog Lights
Keyless Entry
Spare Tyre