2001 Toyota Pod vs. 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Pod. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Pod would be higher. At 2,480 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Pod (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Pod should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 406 kg more than 2001 Toyota Pod.
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 Toyota Pod (430 Nm) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. (231 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Pod will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Pod | 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Pod | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 944 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
