2011 Volkswagen Beetle vs. 2013 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2013 Jeep Wrangler 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Wrangler (281 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Beetle. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Beetle.
Because 2013 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2013 Jeep Wrangler (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Beetle. (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volkswagen Beetle | 2013 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Jeep |
| Model | Beetle | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1839 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2423 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
