2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2012 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle. (158 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 98 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 2012 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Express | Beetle |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1359 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4278 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1486 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2537 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 55 L |