2010 Audi S5 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Audi S5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Audi S5 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S5 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S5 weights approximately 617 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi S5 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, 2010 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Audi S5 | 2013 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | S5 | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 333 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1338 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4625 mm | 4277 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1384 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2537 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
