2010 Volkswagen Sharan vs. 2011 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 2,000 cc, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Beetle. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Beetle.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Beetle. (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volkswagen Sharan | 2011 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sharan | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4854 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1904 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2919 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
