2010 Volkswagen Beetle vs. 2005 Daewoo Rexton
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Daewoo Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Daewoo Rexton would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Daewoo Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Rexton (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Beetle. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Rexton should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 357 kg more than 2005 Daewoo Rexton.
Because 2005 Daewoo Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Rexton 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, 2005 Daewoo Rexton (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Beetle. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Daewoo Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Beetle. 2005 Daewoo Rexton has automatic transmission and 2010 Volkswagen Beetle has manual transmission. 2010 Volkswagen Beetle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Daewoo Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volkswagen Beetle | 2005 Daewoo Rexton | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Daewoo |
| Model | Beetle | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2307 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |
