2011 Volkswagen Sharan 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 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 2,000 cc, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan (113 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 475 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle. 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, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle. (175 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volkswagen Sharan | 2012 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sharan | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1772 kg | 1297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4854 mm | 4278 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1904 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2919 mm | 2537 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.9 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.9 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
