2009 Volkswagen Beetle vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Beetle. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Beetle.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Beetle. (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Volkswagen Beetle | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Volkswagen | Subaru |
Model | Beetle | Impreza |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |