2009 Nissan Sentra vs. 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2009 Nissan Sentra is newer by 1 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 2,480 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 211 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen New 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, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle (231 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Sentra | 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Sentra | New Beetle |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 199 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1231 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |