2009 Ford Ranger vs. 2011 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Ranger (141 HP) has 27 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Beetle. (114 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 457 kg more than 2009 Ford Ranger.
Because 2009 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Ranger 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 Ranger (330 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Beetle. (170 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Ranger | 2011 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ranger | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.9 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
