2010 Toyota Camry 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 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Toyota Camry would be higher. Both 2010 Toyota Camry and 2013 Volkswagen Beetle are equipped with a 2,500 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Camry (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Camry weights approximately 120 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 (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Camry. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Camry. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle has automatic transmission and 2010 Toyota Camry has manual transmission. 2010 Toyota Camry will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Toyota Camry | 2013 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Camry | Beetle |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4806 mm | 4277 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2537 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.1 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |