Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | |
Model | Kia Amanti | Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5500 220 lb-ft@3500 |
2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 150 hp@5000 170 lb-ft@3750 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 98.7 in | 11.5 in |
Length | 196.0 in | 161.1 in | 34.9 in |
Width | 72.8 in | 67.9 in | 4.9 in |
Height | 58.5 in | 59.0 in | -0.5 in |
Curb Weight | 4012 lb. | 2965 lb. | 1047 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 38.2 in | 1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.1 in | 52.8 in | 5.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 0.0 in | 55.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 44.5 in | 39.4 in | 5.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.4 in | 36.7 in | 1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.5 in | 49.3 in | 8.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.6 in | 0.0 in | 54.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 33.5 in | 3.5 in |
Total Legroom | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | 72.9 in (over 2 rows) | 8.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.5 ft3 | 12.0 ft3 | 3.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.5 ft3 | 27.2 ft3 | -11.7 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2006 Kia Amanti.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Volkswagen New Beetle.