1999 Volvo C70 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 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volvo C70 (165 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Beetle. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 932 kg more than 1999 Volvo C70.
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 Volvo C70 (220 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Beetle. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Beetle. 1999 Volvo C70 has automatic transmission and 2011 Volkswagen Beetle has manual transmission. 2011 Volkswagen Beetle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Volvo C70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Volvo C70 | 2011 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Volvo | Volkswagen |
| Model | C70 | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2435 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
