Car comparison

Volkswagen Beetle (A5) 2.0 TSIvsMini Paceman (R61) JCW 1.6

Compare specs, acceleration, fuel consumption, dimensions, practicality, and estimated running costs side by side.

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Volkswagen Beetle (A5)

2.0 TSI

220 hp1984 ccGasolineFWDDual-clutchTurbochargedHatchback2014-2016
VS

Mini Paceman (R61)

JCW 1.6

218 hp1598 ccGasolineFWDAutomaticTurbochargedHatchback2013-2016

Comparison overview

Use the estimates as comparison hints and verify exact figures before making decisions.

Best choices

Volkswagen Beetle (A5) 2.0 TSI

  • Quickest 0-100 km/h
    6.7 s
  • Fastest top speed
    231 km/h
    144 mph
  • Most powerful
    220 hp
    164 kW
  • Highest torque
    350 Nm
    258 lb-ft
  • Lightest
    1,345 kg
    2,965 lb
  • Best power-to-weight
    164 hp/t
    122 kW/t
    6.1 kg/hp
  • Lowest combined fuel consumption
    6.7 L/100 km
    35.1 mpg US
    42.2 mpg UK
  • Lowest city consumption
    8.9 L/100 km
    26.4 mpg US
    31.7 mpg UK
  • Lowest highway consumption
    5.5 L/100 km
    42.8 mpg US
    51.4 mpg UK
  • Best estimated range
    821 km
    510 mi
  • Best overall score
    57/100
  • Best performance score
    55/100
  • Best economy score
    89/100
  • Best practicality score
    61/100

Specification comparison

Specification comparison
ModelVolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TSIMiniPaceman (R61)JCW 1.6
Power
220hp164kW
218hp163kW
Torque
350Nm258lb-ft
300Nm221lb-ft
Curb weight
1,345kg2,965lb
1,420kg3,131lb
Gross weight
1,860kg4,101lb
1,890kg4,167lb
Top speed
231 km/h
144 mph
224 km/h
139 mph
To 99% top speed
78.3s99% target: 229 km/h / 142 mph
Calculated
78.5s99% target: 222 km/h / 138 mph
Calculated
0-100 km/h
6.7s
6.9s
0-200 km/h
29.6s
Calculated
33.3s
Calculated
0-60 mph
6.3s
Calculated
6.5s
Calculated
Fuel consumption
6.7L/100 km35.1mpg US42.2mpg UK
7.9L/100 km29.8mpg US35.8mpg UK
Fuel consumption city
8.9L/100 km26.4mpg US31.7mpg UK
10.7L/100 km22mpg US26.4mpg UK
Fuel consumption highway
5.5L/100 km42.8mpg US51.4mpg UK
6.3L/100 km37.3mpg US44.8mpg UK
Quarter mile
14.8s
Calculated
15.0s
Calculated
Power-to-weight
164hp/t122kW/t74hp/1000 lb
Calculated
154hp/t114kW/t70hp/1000 lb
Calculated
Torque-to-weight
260Nm/t174lb-ft/ton
Calculated
211Nm/t141lb-ft/ton
Calculated
Estimated range
821km510mi
Calculated
595km370mi
Calculated
Displacement
1,984cc121cu in
1,598cc98cu in
Length
4,278mm168in
4,124mm162in
Width
1,808mm71in
1,786mm70in
Height
1,486mm59in
1,527mm60in
Wheelbase
2,537mm100in
2,596mm102in
Front track
1,578mm62in
1,527mm60in
Rear track
1,544mm61in
1,554mm61in
Ground clearance
136mm5in
107mm4in
Trunk volume
310L
330L
Max trunk volume
905L
1,080L
Doors
3
3
Seats
4
4
Fuel tank
55L
47L
CO2 emissions-
184g/km

Performance charts

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Dyno simulation

Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.

Volkswagen Beetle (A5) 2.0 TSIMini Paceman (R61) JCW 1.6PowerTorque
  • Volkswagen Beetle (A5) 2.0 TSI: Power / Torque
  • Mini Paceman (R61) JCW 1.6: Power / Torque
Dyno simulation data table
VehiclePeak power RPMPeak torque RPMMax engine speed
VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TSI4,500-6,200 rpm1,500-4,400 rpm6,450 rpm
MiniPaceman (R61)JCW 1.66,000 rpm2,100-4,500 rpm6,250 rpm

Acceleration curve

Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.

Acceleration and drag-race table
MetricVolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TSIMiniPaceman (R61)JCW 1.6
Acceleration checkpoints
0-60 mph
0-97 km/h
6.3 s
6.5 s
0-100 km/h
0-62 mph
6.7 s
6.9 s
0-200 km/h
0-124 mph
29.6 s
33.3 s
Top speed
231 km/h
144 mph
224 km/h
139 mph
Drag race simulation
60 ft
18 m
2.4 s
2.4 s
330 ft
101 m
6.4 s
6.4 s
1/8 mile
201 m
9.6 s
9.7 s
1000 ft
305 m
12.4 s
12.6 s
1/4 mile
402 m
14.8 s
15.0 s
Trap speed
1/4 mile
402 m
155 km/h
96 mph
152 km/h
95 mph

Power comparison

Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW

Chart data table
VehicleValue
VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TSI
220 hp
164 kW
MiniPaceman (R61)JCW 1.6
218 hp
163 kW

Volkswagen Beetle (A5) 2.0 TSI has 2 hp more than Mini Paceman (R61) JCW 1.6.

The biggest power difference is between Mini Paceman (R61) JCW 1.6 and Volkswagen Beetle (A5) 2.0 TSI: 2 hp (1 kW).

Torque comparison

Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft

Chart data table
VehicleValue
VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TSI
350 Nm
258 lb-ft
MiniPaceman (R61)JCW 1.6
300 Nm
221 lb-ft

Curb weight comparison

Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb

Chart data table
VehicleValue
VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TSI
1,345 kg
2,965 lb
MiniPaceman (R61)JCW 1.6
1,420 kg
3,131 lb

Top speed without limiter comparison

Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph

Chart data table
VehicleValue
VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TSI
231 km/h
144 mph
MiniPaceman (R61)JCW 1.6
224 km/h
139 mph

0-100 km/h comparison

Bar comparison chart for 0-100 km/h. Lower is better · seconds

Chart data table
VehicleValue
VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TSI6.7 s
MiniPaceman (R61)JCW 1.66.9 s

The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between Volkswagen Beetle (A5) 2.0 TSI and Mini Paceman (R61) JCW 1.6: 0.2 s.

Fuel consumption comparison

Bar comparison chart for Fuel consumption. Lower is better · L/100 km / mpg US / mpg UK

Chart data table
VehicleValue
VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TSI
6.7 L/100 km
35.1 mpg US
42.2 mpg UK
MiniPaceman (R61)JCW 1.6
7.9 L/100 km
29.8 mpg US
35.8 mpg UK

The biggest fuel consumption difference is between Volkswagen Beetle (A5) 2.0 TSI and Mini Paceman (R61) JCW 1.6: 1.2 L/100 km.

Power-to-weight comparison

Bar comparison chart for Power-to-weight. Higher is better · hp/t / kW/t

Chart data table
VehicleValue
VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TSI
164 hp/t
122 kW/t
6.1 kg/hp
MiniPaceman (R61)JCW 1.6
154 hp/t
114 kW/t
6.5 kg/hp

Estimated range comparison

Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi

Chart data table
VehicleValue
VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TSI
821 km
510 mi
MiniPaceman (R61)JCW 1.6
595 km
370 mi

Performance spider chart

Radar chart comparing normalized performance and fuel-consumption scores.

Chart data table
VehiclePowerAccelerationTop speed
VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TSI
220 hp
164 kW
6.7 s
231 km/h
144 mph
MiniPaceman (R61)JCW 1.6
218 hp
163 kW
6.9 s
224 km/h
139 mph

Most attractive quadrant

Scatter chart with performance score on the X axis and practicality score on the Y axis.

Chart data table
VehiclePerformance scorePracticality score
VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TSI
Power
220 hp
164 kW
0-100 km/h6.7 s
Top speed
231 km/h
144 mph
Doors/seats
3 doors
4 seats
Trunk
310 L
10.9 cu ft
Length
4,278 mm
168.4 in
Height
1,486 mm
58.5 in
MiniPaceman (R61)JCW 1.6
Power
218 hp
163 kW
0-100 km/h6.9 s
Top speed
224 km/h
139 mph
Doors/seats
3 doors
4 seats
Trunk
330 L
11.7 cu ft
Length
4,124 mm
162.4 in
Height
1,527 mm
60.1 in

Performance vs fuel economy

Cars closer to the top-right corner combine stronger performance with better fuel economy scores.

Performance vs fuel economy data table
VehiclePerformance scoreFuel economy score
VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TSI
Power
220 hp
164 kW
0-100 km/h6.7 s
Top speed
231 km/h
144 mph
6.7 L/100 km
35.1 mpg US
42.2 mpg UK
MiniPaceman (R61)JCW 1.6
Power
218 hp
163 kW
0-100 km/h6.9 s
Top speed
224 km/h
139 mph
7.9 L/100 km
29.8 mpg US
35.8 mpg UK

Volkswagen Beetle (A5) 2.0 TSI is closest to the top-right balance target for performance and fuel economy.

Acceleration vs fuel consumption

Cars closer to the lower-left corner offer a better mix of quick acceleration and low fuel consumption.

Acceleration vs fuel consumption data table
VehicleFuel consumption, L/100 km0-100 km/h, s
VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TSI
6.7 L/100 km
35.1 mpg US
42.2 mpg UK
6.7 s
MiniPaceman (R61)JCW 1.6
7.9 L/100 km
29.8 mpg US
35.8 mpg UK
6.9 s

Power-to-weight vs fuel consumption

The shaded area favors higher power-to-weight with lower combined fuel consumption.

Power-to-weight vs fuel consumption data table
VehiclePower-to-weight, hp/tFuel consumption, L/100 km
VolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TSI
164 hp/t
122 kW/t
6.1 kg/hp
6.7 L/100 km
35.1 mpg US
42.2 mpg UK
MiniPaceman (R61)JCW 1.6
154 hp/t
114 kW/t
6.5 kg/hp
7.9 L/100 km
29.8 mpg US
35.8 mpg UK

Detailed score breakdown

Detailed score breakdown
VehicleVolkswagenBeetle (A5)2.0 TSIMiniPaceman (R61)JCW 1.6
Power
220 hp
164 kW
218 hp
163 kW
Torque
350 Nm
258 lb-ft
300 Nm
221 lb-ft
Acceleration
6.7 s
6.9 s
Top speed
231 km/h
144 mph
224 km/h
139 mph
Lightness
1,345 kg
2,965 lb
1,420 kg
3,131 lb
Fuel consumption
6.7 L/100 km
35.1 mpg US
42.2 mpg UK
7.9 L/100 km
29.8 mpg US
35.8 mpg UK
Practicality
Doors/seats
3 doors
4 seats
Trunk
310 L
10.9 cu ft
Length
4,278 mm
168.4 in
Height
1,486 mm
58.5 in
Doors/seats
3 doors
4 seats
Trunk
330 L
11.7 cu ft
Length
4,124 mm
162.4 in
Height
1,527 mm
60.1 in
Range score
821 km
510 mi
595 km
370 mi
CO2 score
-
184 g/km
Trunk score
310 L
10.9 cu ft
330 L
11.7 cu ft
Power-to-weight score
164 hp/t
122 kW/t
6.1 kg/hp
154 hp/t
114 kW/t
6.5 kg/hp
Overall
Fixed score
Fixed score

Fuel cost and annual usage

Estimate running costs from combined consumption, your annual distance, and the fuel price in your local currency.

Enter the fuel price in your local currency, for example €/L, $/gal, £/L or any other local currency.

LC = Local Currency

Fuel cost and annual usage
VehicleVolkswagen Beetle (A5) 2.0 TSIMini Paceman (R61) JCW 1.6
Consumption6.7 L/100 km35.1 mpg US42.2 mpg UK7.9 L/100 km29.8 mpg US35.8 mpg UK
Cost / 100 km11.73 LC100 km13.83 LC100 km
Cost / 100 mi18.87 LC100 mi22.25 LC100 mi
Annual fuel used1,005 L265 US gal221 UK gal1,185 L313 US gal261 UK gal
Annual fuel cost1,759 LC/year2,074 LC/year

Head-to-head comparisons

Volkswagen Beetle (A5) 2.0 TSI

  • Has 2 hp more
  • Has 50 Nm more
  • Is 75 kg lighter
  • Is 0.2 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
  • Has 7 km/h (4 mph) higher top speed
  • Uses 1.2 L/100 km less fuel
  • Has 10 hp/t better power-to-weight
  • Has 226 km (140 mi) more estimated range

Pros

  • Quickest 0-100 km/h in this comparison
  • Highest top speed
  • Most powerful
  • Highest torque
  • Lightest
  • Lowest combined fuel consumption
  • Best power-to-weight ratio
  • Best estimated range

Cons

  • Smallest trunk

Mini Paceman (R61) JCW 1.6

  • Has 20 L more trunk volume

Pros

  • Largest trunk

Cons

  • Slowest 0-100 km/h
  • Lowest power
  • Highest combined fuel consumption
  • Heaviest
  • Lowest top speed

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