2009 Volkswagen Beetle vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Beetle (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2009 Volkswagen Beetle (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (128 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla. 2004 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2009 Volkswagen Beetle has manual transmission. 2009 Volkswagen Beetle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen Beetle | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
| Model | Beetle | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
