2004 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2000 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2004 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. (145 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 199 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle (305 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. (240 Nm). This means 2000 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Toyota Tacoma | 2000 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Tacoma | Beetle |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2688 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 305 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1293 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |