2005 Nissan Quest vs. 2000 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2005 Nissan Quest is newer by 5 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 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. (167 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 569 kg more than 2000 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 Quest (314 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Quest | 2000 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Quest | Beetle |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3294 cc | 2324 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 220 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1327 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |