2000 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Sportage 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 42 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Sportage weights approximately 97 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle.
Because 2000 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sportage 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, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sportage. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle has automatic transmission and 2000 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2000 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Kia Sportage | 2013 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Sportage | Beetle |
Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4277 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2537 mm |