Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | |
Model | Lincoln Zephyr | Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Engine | 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 221 hp@6250 205 lb-ft@4800 |
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 Sedan | 2dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 107.4 in | 98.7 in | 8.7 in |
Length | 190.5 in | 161.1 in | 29.4 in |
Width | 72.2 in | 67.9 in | 4.3 in |
Height | 55.9 in | 59.0 in | -3.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3406 lb. | 2884 lb. | 522 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 3.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 38.2 in | 0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.9 in | 52.8 in | 4.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.1 in | 0.0 in | 54.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 39.4 in | 2.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 36.7 in | 1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 49.3 in | 7.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.6 in | 0.0 in | 53.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 33.5 in | 3.5 in |
Total Legroom | 79.3 in (over 2 rows) | 72.9 in (over 2 rows) | 6.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.8 ft3 | 12.0 ft3 | 3.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.8 ft3 | 27.2 ft3 | -11.4 ft3 |
2006 Lincoln Zephyr Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 221-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Firm, comfortable, 8 way power adjust including lumbar. see full Lincoln Zephyr review |
2006 Lincoln Zephyr Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 221-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Front seat cushions seem too short. see full Lincoln Zephyr review |
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 |
Adults can sit in the back see full Volkswagen New Beetle review |