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 | 2,576 mm | 2,507 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,315 mm | 4,092 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,819 mm | 1,725 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,788 mm | 1,499 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,587 kg | 1,345 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 60 L | 55 L | 5 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,100 mm | 970 mm | -969 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,450 mm | 1,341 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,397 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,041 mm | 1,001 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 965 mm | 932 mm | 33 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,326 mm | 1,252 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,209 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 993 mm | 851 mm | 142 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,035 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,852 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 711 L | 340 L | 371 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,112 L | 770 L | -768 L |
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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