2009 Ford F-150 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 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford F-150 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 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 367 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.
Because 2009 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 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 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. 2009 Ford F-150 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 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Ford F-150 | 2013 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | F-150 | Beetle |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1333 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4277 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1486 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2537 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |