2008 Honda Odyssey 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 Honda Odyssey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Odyssey would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Odyssey (241 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 26 kg more than 2008 Honda Odyssey.
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, 2008 Honda Odyssey (328 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. 2008 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2013 Volkswagen Beetle has manual transmission. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Honda Odyssey | 2013 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Odyssey | Beetle |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | 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 | 241 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4278 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1486 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2537 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 55 L |