2011 Opel Corsa 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 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2011 Opel Corsa. (88 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 103 kg more than 2011 Opel Corsa. 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 (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Opel Corsa | 2012 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corsa | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1333 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4278 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2537 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
