2001 Toyota RunX vs. 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota RunX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota RunX would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota RunX (183 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 71 kg more than 2001 Toyota RunX.
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 Toyota RunX (181 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. (165 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota RunX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota RunX | 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | RunX | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
