Model Year | 2009 | 2006 | |
Model | Honda Element | Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 OHC-4v 166 hp@5500 161 lb-ft@4000 |
2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 150 hp@5000 170 lb-ft@3750 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 101.4 in | 98.7 in | 2.7 in |
Length | 169.9 in | 161.1 in | 8.8 in |
Width | 71.6 in | 67.9 in | 3.7 in |
Height | 70.4 in | 59.0 in | 11.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3499 lb. | 2965 lb. | 534 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 1.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 43.3 in | 38.2 in | 5.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.1 in | 52.8 in | 4.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.0 in | 0.0 in | 55 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.0 in | 39.4 in | 1.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 36.7 in | 1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.2 in | 49.3 in | 2.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 47.6 in | 0.0 in | 47.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.1 in | 33.5 in | 5.6 in |
Total Legroom | 80.1 in (over 2 rows) | 72.9 in (over 2 rows) | 7.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 25.1 ft3 | 12.0 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 74.6 ft3 | 27.2 ft3 | 47.4 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Honda Element.
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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