2004 Nissan Frontier vs. 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Frontier 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 31 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 304 kg more than 2008 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. (231 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Nissan Frontier | 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Frontier | New Beetle |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3278 cc | 2480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 274 Nm | 231 Nm |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 55 L |