Model Year | 2020 | 2006 | |
Model | Buick Encore | Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.4L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@4900 148 lb-ft@1850 |
2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 150 hp@5000 170 lb-ft@3750 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 100.6 in | 98.7 in | 1.9 in |
Length | 168.4 in | 161.1 in | 7.3 in |
Width | 69.9 in | 67.9 in | 2 in |
Height | 65.3 in | 59.0 in | 6.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3237 lb. | 2965 lb. | 272 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.0 gal. | 14.5 gal. | -0.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 38.2 in | 1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.1 in | 52.8 in | 1.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.7 in | 0.0 in | 51.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.8 in | 39.4 in | 1.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.8 in | 36.7 in | 2.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.6 in | 49.3 in | 3.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 50.1 in | 0.0 in | 50.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.8 in | 33.5 in | 2.3 in |
Total Legroom | 76.6 in (over 2 rows) | 72.9 in (over 2 rows) | 3.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.8 ft3 | 12.0 ft3 | 6.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 48.4 ft3 | 27.2 ft3 | 21.2 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2020 Buick Encore.
2006 Volkswagen New Beetle Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2005 | 2dr Convertible turbocharged 150hp 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
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