2001 Volkswagen New Beetle vs. 2013 Honda Insight
To start off, 2013 Honda Insight is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle would be higher. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle (149 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2013 Honda Insight. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Insight weights approximately 65 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen New 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 New Beetle (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle | 2013 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
| Model | New Beetle | Insight |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4377 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
