2007 Toyota Tundra vs. 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tundra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tundra (271 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Because 2007 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra (424 Nm) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. (171 Nm). This means 2007 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Toyota Tundra | 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Tundra | New Beetle |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4664 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 424 Nm | 171 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5820 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |