2004 Volkswagen New Beetle vs. 2012 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2012 Nissan GT-R is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan GT-R (530 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 382 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 458 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Nissan GT-R (607 Nm) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. (220 Nm). This means 2012 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle | 2012 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
| Model | New Beetle | GT-R |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 530 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 607 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1279 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 74 L |
