2011 Hyundai i30 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Hyundai i30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Hyundai i30 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i30. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 69 kg more than 2011 Hyundai i30. 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, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Hyundai i30 | 2012 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | i30 | Beetle |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1591 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4278 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1486 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2537 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |