2011 Volkswagen Beetle vs. 2013 Acura ILX
To start off, 2013 Acura ILX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Beetle (114 HP @ 2400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2013 Acura ILX. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 2013 Acura ILX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura ILX weights approximately 126 kg more 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, 2013 Acura ILX (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Beetle. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Acura ILX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Volkswagen Beetle | 2013 Acura ILX | |
Make | Volkswagen | Acura |
Model | Beetle | ILX |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 8 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1794 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1412 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |