2009 Toyota Yaris 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 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 30 kg more than 2009 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Toyota Yaris | 2013 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Yaris | Beetle |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4277 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2537 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.7 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |