2000 Volkswagen Beetle vs. 2010 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2010 Toyota Camry 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Camry (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. (167 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Camry weights approximately 153 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.
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, 2010 Toyota Camry (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. (220 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Volkswagen Beetle | 2010 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
Model | Beetle | Camry |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2324 cc | 2500 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1327 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |