2001 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Tundra (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle.
Because 2001 Toyota Tundra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Tundra (427 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle. (240 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle. 2001 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Beetle has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Beetle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Tundra | 2012 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tundra | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4278 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 2537 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
