2011 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Toyota Hilux would be higher. At 2,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 304 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle.
Because 2011 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Hilux 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 (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Hilux. (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Toyota Hilux | 2012 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Hilux | Beetle |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4278 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1486 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2537 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |