2005 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (85 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 147 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (240 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (118 Nm). This means 2013 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 2013 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Civic | Beetle |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1334 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 240 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1213 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4277 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2537 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.6 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 5.1 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |