2008 Volkswagen New Beetle vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 5 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 116 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.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Subaru |
| Model | New Beetle | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1314 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
