2012 Nissan Navara vs. 2011 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2012 Nissan Navara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Beetle. (114 HP @ 2400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Navara weights approximately 802 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Navara will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Beetle. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Beetle. 2011 Volkswagen Beetle has automatic transmission and 2012 Nissan Navara has manual transmission. 2012 Nissan Navara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volkswagen Beetle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Nissan Navara | 2011 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Navara | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2032 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
