2012 Volkswagen Beetle vs. 2011 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Falcon weights approximately 324 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.
Because 2011 Ford Falcon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Falcon (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Volkswagen Beetle | 2011 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
Model | Beetle | Falcon |
Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 3983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | 6-speed automated manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4278 mm | 4967 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1808 mm | 1868 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1486 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2537 mm | 2838 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |