2005 Volkswagen New Beetle vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, both 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle and 2005 Nissan Terrano II were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Terrano II (117 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 377 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Terrano II 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 Terrano II 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 Terrano II (197 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. (165 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Volkswagen New Beetle | 2005 Nissan Terrano II | |
Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
Model | New Beetle | Terrano II |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 197 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |