2007 Nissan Titan vs. 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2007 Nissan Titan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1123 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Titan 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, 2007 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. (232 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Titan | 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Titan | New Beetle |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5551 cc | 2475 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2285 kg | 1162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 55 L |