1995 Toyota Corolla vs. 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 278 kg more than 1995 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle (130 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Corolla. (111 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Toyota Corolla | 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corolla | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1332 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3010 mm |
