2002 Porsche 911 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2002 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 3,399 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche 911 weights approximately 137 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Volkswagen Beetle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle 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, 2002 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. (305 Nm). This means 2002 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Porsche 911 | 2000 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 911 | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3399 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2520 mm |
