2005 Nissan Hardbody vs. 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Hardbody. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Hardbody would be higher. At 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Hardbody (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 145 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, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle (231 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (209 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Hardbody | 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Hardbody | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1350 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 55 L |
