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Chevrolet Malibu Classic (2008) vs. Volkswagen Beetle (2015) Specs

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2008 Chevrolet Malibu Classic and 2015 Volkswagen Beetle Specifications

Model Year 2008 2015  
Model Chevrolet Malibu Classic Volkswagen Beetle  
Engine 3.5L V6
OHV-2v
219 hp@5900
219 lb-ft@3200
turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
210 hp@5300
207 lb-ft@1700
 
Transmission 4-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed automated manual  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 2dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 106.3 in 100.0 in 6.3 in
Length 188.3 in 168.4 in 19.9 in
Width 69.9 in 71.2 in -1.3 in
Height 57.5 in 58.5 in -1 in
Curb Weight 3297 lb. 3104 lb. 193 lb.
Fuel Capacity 16.3 gal. 14.5 gal. 1.8 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.6 in 39.4 in 0.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 56.7 in 55.3 in 1.4 in
Hip Room, Row 1 53.2 in 0.0 in 53.2 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.9 in 41.3 in 0.6 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.6 in 37.1 in 0.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 56.1 in 49.0 in 7.1 in
Hip Room, Row 2 52.4 in 0.0 in 52.4 in
Legroom, Row 2 38.5 in 31.4 in 7.1 in
Total Legroom 80.4 in (over 2 rows) 72.7 in (over 2 rows) 7.7 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 15.4 ft3 15.4 ft3 0 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 15.4 ft3 29.9 ft3 -14.5 ft3

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