2009 Ford F-150 vs. 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (311 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 308 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.
Because 2009 Ford F-150 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle. (172 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-150 | 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | F-150 | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |
