2010 Land Rover Defender 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 Land Rover Defender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Land Rover Defender would be higher. At 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2010 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 2010 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1375 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle.
Because 2010 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Defender 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 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Land Rover Defender | 2013 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | Defender | Beetle |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2402 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1333 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4278 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1486 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2537 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |