1998 Ford Maverick vs. 2011 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Maverick (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Beetle. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Beetle.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Maverick (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Beetle. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Maverick | 2011 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Maverick | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1500 mm |
