2001 Honda CR-V vs. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2001 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda CR-V weights approximately 120 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle.
Because 2001 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda CR-V 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, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda CR-V. 2001 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2013 Volkswagen Beetle has manual transmission. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Honda CR-V | 2013 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | CR-V | Beetle |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4277 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1745 mm | 1486 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2537 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |