2005 Nissan X-Trail vs. 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, both 2005 Nissan X-Trail and 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 365 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Because 2005 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (270 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. (170 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan X-Trail | 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | X-Trail | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1395 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
