2009 Porsche 911 vs. 2001 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Beetle. (180 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Beetle.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Volkswagen Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Beetle. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche 911 | 2001 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 911 | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3824 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 55 L |
