2007 Nissan Commercial vs. 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2007 Nissan Commercial is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle would be higher. At 3,153 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Commercial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle (149 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Commercial. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Commercial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Commercial weights approximately 420 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle.
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, 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Commercial. (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Commercial.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Commercial | 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Commercial | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3153 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
