2010 Pontiac G6 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 Pontiac G6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Pontiac G6 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Pontiac G6 (219 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Pontiac G6 weights approximately 19 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.
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, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Pontiac G6. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Pontiac G6. 2010 Pontiac G6 has automatic transmission and 2013 Volkswagen Beetle has manual transmission. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Pontiac G6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Pontiac G6 | 2013 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
| Model | G6 | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 219 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1352 kg | 1333 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4278 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2537 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
