2012 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Chevrolet Malibu would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Malibu (252 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2013 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, 2012 Chevrolet Malibu (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. 2012 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 2013 Volkswagen Beetle has manual transmission. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Malibu will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Chevrolet Malibu | 2013 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Malibu | Beetle |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4872 mm | 4278 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1786 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1486 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2852 mm | 2537 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |