2000 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2000 Toyota RAV4. (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 58 kg more than 2000 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota RAV4 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, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota RAV4. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota RAV4 | 2012 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | RAV4 | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| 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 | 146 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1333 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4278 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2537 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |
