2001 Audi A4 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A4 (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 2 kg more than 2001 Audi A4.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle (175 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A4. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A4 | 2012 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A4 | Beetle |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1297 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4278 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1486 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2537 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |