2001 Volkswagen Beetle vs. 2011 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2011 Jeep Patriot is newer by 10 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Beetle (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2011 Jeep Patriot. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 2011 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 138 kg more than 2001 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 Volkswagen Beetle (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Jeep Patriot. (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Volkswagen Beetle | 2011 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Jeep |
| Model | Beetle | Patriot |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| 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 | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1758 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1697 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 51 L |
