2009 Nissan Grand Livina 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 Grand Livina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan Grand Livina would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Grand Livina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Grand Livina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 975 kg more than 2009 Nissan Grand Livina. 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, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Grand Livina. (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Grand Livina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Grand Livina | 2010 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Grand Livina | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |
