Model Year | 2011 | 2006 | |
Model | Ford Explorer | Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 290 hp@6500 255 lb-ft@4000 |
2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 150 hp@5000 170 lb-ft@3750 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 5-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 98.7 in | 13.9 in |
Length | 197.1 in | 161.1 in | 36 in |
Width | 78.9 in | 67.9 in | 11 in |
Height | 70.4 in | 59.0 in | 11.4 in |
Curb Weight | 4578 lb. | 2884 lb. | 1694 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 4.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 38.2 in | 2.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.3 in | 52.8 in | 8.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 0.0 in | 57.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 39.4 in | 1.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.5 in | 36.7 in | 3.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 61.0 in | 49.3 in | 11.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.7 in | 0.0 in | 56.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 33.5 in | 6.3 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.8 in | 0.0 in | 37.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 50.8 in | 0.0 in | 50.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 40.7 in | 0.0 in | 40.7 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 33.2 in | 0.0 in | 33.2 in |
Total Legroom | 113.6 in (over 3 rows) | 72.9 in (over 2 rows) | 40.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.0 ft3 | 12.0 ft3 | 9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 12.0 | 31.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.7 ft3 | 27.2 ft3 | 53.5 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Ford Explorer.
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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