2001 Volkswagen Beetle vs. 2010 Dacia Sandero
To start off, 2010 Dacia Sandero is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Beetle (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2010 Dacia Sandero. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 2010 Dacia Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 202 kg more than 2010 Dacia Sandero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Volkswagen Beetle (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dacia Sandero. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dacia Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Volkswagen Beetle | 2010 Dacia Sandero | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Dacia |
| Model | Beetle | Sandero |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 1111 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
