2009 Honda Fit 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 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Fit would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2009 Honda Fit. (116 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 204 kg more than 2009 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Fit. (106 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Fit. 2012 Volkswagen Beetle has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Fit has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Fit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volkswagen Beetle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Fit | 2012 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Fit | Beetle |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1333 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4278 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1486 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2537 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |