2009 Acura TL vs. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TL (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle.
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 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TL. (254 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TL. 2009 Acura TL 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. 2009 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Acura TL | 2013 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
Model | TL | Beetle |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
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 | 276 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 254 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4278 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1486 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2537 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |