2000 Volkswagen Beetle vs. 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle (221 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 268 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Volkswagen Beetle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle 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, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit. 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit 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 Volkswagen Rabbit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Volkswagen Beetle | 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Beetle | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
