2007 Nissan 1400 vs. 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, both 2007 Nissan 1400 and 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,501 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2007 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan 1400.
Because 2007 Nissan 1400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Nissan 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle (231 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan 1400.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan 1400 | 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | 1400 | New Beetle |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |