2002 Audi A4 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2002 Audi A4. (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A4 weights approximately 137 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle.
Because 2002 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A4 | 2012 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A4 | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1333 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4278 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2537 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.3 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
