2005 Nissan Maxima vs. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle

To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Maxima (276 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 258 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.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2005 Nissan Maxima (346 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. (320 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Nissan Maxima 2013 Volkswagen Beetle
Make Nissan Volkswagen
Model Maxima Beetle
Year Released 2005 2013
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3507 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 276 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 346 Nm 320 Nm
Engine Bore Size 96 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81 mm 95 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 16.5:1
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1578 kg 1320 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4278 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1808 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1486 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2537 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 8.1 L/100km 4.6 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.8 L/100km 6.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 55 L


 

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