2004 Nissan Frontier vs. 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle would be higher. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (181 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle. (100 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 448 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Frontier (274 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle. (148 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Frontier | 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Frontier | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3278 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 45 L |
