2005 Toyota Tundra vs. 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tundra (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 882 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra (441 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Tundra | 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tundra | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4671 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2148 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |
