2012 Volkswagen T5 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 Volkswagen T5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Volkswagen T5 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen T5. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 937 kg more 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 Volkswagen T5 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volkswagen T5 | 2013 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | T5 | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1333 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4278 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3410 mm | 2537 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
