2000 Volkswagen Beetle vs. 2011 Acura MDX
To start off, 2011 Acura MDX is newer by 11 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), 2011 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura MDX weights approximately 771 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.
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, 2011 Acura MDX (366 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. (305 Nm). This means 2011 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. 2011 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. 2011 Acura MDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Volkswagen Beetle | 2011 Acura MDX | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Acura |
| Model | Beetle | MDX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1293 kg | 2064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 79 L |
