2011 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Subaru Outback would be higher. Both 2011 Subaru Outback and 2012 Volkswagen Beetle are equipped with a 2,500 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 170 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Outback weights approximately 222 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle.
Because 2011 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Outback 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, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Outback. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Subaru Outback | 2012 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
Model | Outback | Beetle |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1333 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4278 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1669 mm | 1486 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2741 mm | 2537 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |