2008 Nissan Almera vs. 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, both 2008 Nissan Almera and 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,480 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 101 kg more than 2008 Nissan Almera.
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, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle (231 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Almera. (161 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Almera | 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Almera | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1768 cc | 2480 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 150 HP |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
