2000 Toyota Corolla vs. 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle (114 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Toyota Corolla | 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Corolla | New Beetle |
Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1867 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |