2009 Nissan Cube vs. 2010 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Nissan Cube. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan Cube would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Cube (120 HP) has 6 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Beetle. (114 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Beetle.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle (170 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Cube. (127 Nm). This means 2010 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Cube. 2009 Nissan Cube has automatic transmission and 2010 Volkswagen Beetle has manual transmission. 2010 Volkswagen Beetle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Cube will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Cube | 2010 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cube | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 55 L |
