Beetle vs Fiesta
Volkswagen · Ford
1/4 Mile winner
Beetle
Beats the Fiesta by 0.03s
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the Beetle beats the Fiesta by a hair, finishing 0.03 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the Beetle thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Power
158 hp
142 hp
0–100 km/h
7s
7s
Top speed
205 km/h
200 km/h
Engine
2.0L Turbo I4
1.0L EcoBoost / 1.5L
Fuel
Petrol
Petrol
Torque
240 Nm
130 - 290 Nm
Price
$20,000
$20,000
Simulated race times
Distance
Beetle
Fiesta
100 m
6.708s
6.694s
1/8 mile
9.950s
9.944s
1/4 mile
15.036s
15.062s
1 km
27.250s
27.431s
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: Fiesta is $20,000 vs $20,000 for the Beetle — a $0 gap. Power: Beetle makes 16 hp more (158 vs 142). Top speed: Beetle runs to 205 km/h, 5 km/h higher than Fiesta.
FAQ
Which is faster, the Beetle or the Fiesta?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the Beetle is faster, beating the Fiesta by 0.03 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Beetle vs the Fiesta?
The Beetle hits 100 km/h in 7 seconds, while the Fiesta does it in 7 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The Beetle produces 158 hp; the Fiesta produces 142 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The Beetle tops out at 205 km/h, and the Fiesta reaches 200 km/h.
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