2007 Nissan 350Z vs. 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle

To start off, both 2007 Nissan 350Z 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 12 kg more than 2007 Nissan 350Z.

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, 2007 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. (220 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Nissan 350Z 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle
Make Nissan Volkswagen
Model 350Z New Beetle
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3498 cc 1781 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 5 valves
Horse Power 306 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 363 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 5200 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81 mm 86.4 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1254 kg 1266 kg
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 4090 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.2 L/100km 8.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 55 L


 

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