2005 Nissan Titan vs. 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2005 Nissan Titan is newer by 1 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. (100 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Titan weights approximately 894 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. (240 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Titan | 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Titan | New Beetle |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5556 cc | 1967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 514 Nm | 240 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2208 kg | 1314 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 55 L |