2008 Toyota Sequoia vs. 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 3 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 28 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. (220 Nm). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Sequoia | 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sequoia | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5663 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 544 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |
