2004 Nissan Xterra vs. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Xterra (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 414 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen 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 Xterra (334 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. (240 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle.
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2004 Nissan Xterra | 2013 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Xterra | Beetle |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3278 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 240 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1774 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4277 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2537 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 55 L |