2008 Volkswagen New Beetle vs. 2013 Toyota Sequoia

To start off, 2013 Toyota Sequoia 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1422 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.

Because 2013 Toyota Sequoia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Toyota Sequoia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. 2013 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2008 Volkswagen New Beetle 2013 Toyota Sequoia
Make Volkswagen Toyota
Model New Beetle Sequoia
Year Released 2008 2013
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1595 cc 5700 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 102 HP 376 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 148 Nm 544 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77.4 mm 102 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1292 kg 2714 kg
Vehicle Length 4090 mm 5210 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1510 mm 1955 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 3100 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 100 L