2008 Acura TL vs. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura TL weights approximately 72 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Acura TL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL 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, 2008 Acura TL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura TL | 2013 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
Model | TL | Beetle |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4278 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1486 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2537 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |