1995 Toyota Carina vs. 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle (149 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Carina. (131 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Carina weights approximately 55 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen New 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, 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Carina. (183 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Toyota Carina | 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Carina | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3010 mm |
