1999 Honda Z vs. 2000 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Z would be higher. At 2,324 cc, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle (167 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1999 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 367 kg more than 1999 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle (220 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Z | 2000 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Z | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2324 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1327 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
