2008 Nissan Terrano vs. 2000 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2008 Nissan Terrano is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle (221 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Terrano. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 315 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Terrano. (304 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Terrano | 2000 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Terrano | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2956 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 63 L |
