2009 Volkswagen Beetle vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque is newer by 3 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque (242 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Beetle. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Beetle.
Because 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Beetle. (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Beetle. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 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. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen Beetle | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Land Rover |
| Model | Beetle | Range Rover Evoque |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4366 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1966 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1636 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2662 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
