2001 Hyundai XG 300 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai XG 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai XG 300 would be higher. At 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai XG 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai XG 300 (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Beetle. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai XG 300 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Beetle.
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, 2001 Hyundai XG 300 (235 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Beetle. (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai XG 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai XG 300 | 2009 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | XG 300 | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2970 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
