2008 Volkswagen New Beetle vs. 2010 Lincoln MKT
To start off, 2010 Lincoln MKT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Lincoln MKT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lincoln MKT (268 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lincoln MKT should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lincoln MKT weights approximately 691 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. 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, 2010 Lincoln MKT (362 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. (231 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Lincoln MKT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle | 2010 Lincoln MKT | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Lincoln |
| Model | New Beetle | MKT |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2480 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2041 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5273 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2995 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
