2011 Nissan Sentra vs. 2012 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Nissan Sentra would be higher. Both 2011 Nissan Sentra and 2012 Volkswagen Beetle are equipped with a 2,000 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 27 kg more than 2011 Nissan Sentra. 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, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Nissan Sentra | 2012 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sentra | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1353 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4567 mm | 4278 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1791 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1511 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 2537 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
