2008 Volkswagen New Beetle vs. 2013 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2013 Nissan Rogue is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Rogue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Rogue (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Rogue should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Rogue weights approximately 160 kg more than 2008 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, 2013 Nissan Rogue (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. (231 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Rogue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle | 2013 Nissan Rogue | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
| Model | New Beetle | Rogue |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2480 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4655 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
