2006 Nissan Primera vs. 2011 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Primera (137 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Beetle. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 808 kg more than 2006 Nissan Primera.
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, 2006 Nissan Primera (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Beetle. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Primera | 2011 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Primera | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
