2005 Audi A2 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A2 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Beetle (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2005 Audi A2. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A2.
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, 2005 Audi A2 (230 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Beetle. (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A2 | 2011 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A2 | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |
