Model Year | 2011 | 2008 | |
Model | Audi A3 | Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1800 |
2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 150 hp@5000 170 lb-ft@3750 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automated manual | 5-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 2dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 101.5 in | 98.7 in | 2.8 in |
Length | 168.7 in | 161.1 in | 7.6 in |
Width | 69.5 in | 67.9 in | 1.6 in |
Height | 56.0 in | 59.0 in | -3 in |
Curb Weight | 3329 lb. | 2884 lb. | 445 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.0 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 0.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.1 in | 38.2 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.3 in | 52.8 in | 1.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 39.4 in | 1.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 36.7 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.8 in | 49.3 in | 3.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.8 in | 33.5 in | 1.3 in |
Total Legroom | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 72.9 in (over 2 rows) | 3.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.1 ft3 | 12.0 ft3 | 1.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 54.6 ft3 | 27.2 ft3 | 27.4 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Audi A3.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle.