2000 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 373 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. 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, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (124 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 2013 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Civic | Beetle |
Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1394 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1338 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4277 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1486 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2537 mm |