2009 Chevrolet Optra vs. 2009 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Optra and 2009 Volkswagen Beetle were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Beetle (114 HP) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Optra. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Optra.
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, 2009 Volkswagen Beetle (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Optra. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Optra.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Optra | 2009 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Optra | Beetle |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 114 HP |
Torque | 151 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |