2009 Toyota Corolla vs. 2000 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 2,324 cc, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle (167 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 3 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle.
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, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle (220 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Toyota Corolla | 2000 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Corolla | Beetle |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2324 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1327 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |