2000 Volkswagen Beetle vs. 2010 Acura MDX
To start off, 2010 Acura MDX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. (167 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura MDX weights approximately 737 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Acura MDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Acura MDX 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, 2010 Acura MDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. (220 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. 2010 Acura MDX has automatic transmission and 2000 Volkswagen Beetle has manual transmission. 2000 Volkswagen Beetle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Acura MDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Volkswagen Beetle | 2010 Acura MDX | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Acura |
| Model | Beetle | MDX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2324 cc | 3700 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1327 kg | 2064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 79 L |
