1999 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 2011 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Verada (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Beetle. (114 HP @ 2400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 280 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen 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, 1999 Mitsubishi Verada (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Beetle. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mitsubishi Verada | 2011 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Verada | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
