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Mercedes-Benz SL (2009) vs. Volkswagen Beetle (2017) Specs

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2009 Mercedes-Benz SL and 2017 Volkswagen Beetle Specifications

Model Year 2009 2017  
Model Mercedes-Benz SL Volkswagen Beetle  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 2dr Hardtop conv. 2dr Convertible  
      Difference
Wheelbase 100.8 in 100.0 in 0.8 in
Length 180.4 in 168.4 in 12 in
Width 71.5 in 71.2 in 0.3 in
Height 51.1 in 58.0 in -6.9 in
Curb Weight 4220 lb. 3208 lb. 1012 lb.
Fuel Capacity 21.1 gal. 14.5 gal. 6.6 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 37.7 in 39.3 in -1.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 54.0 in 55.3 in -1.3 in
Hip Room, Row 1 53.9 in 0.0 in 53.9 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.9 in 41.3 in 1.6 in
Headroom, Row 2 0.0 in 37.6 in -37.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 0.0 in 43.1 in -43.1 in
Legroom, Row 2 0.0 in 31.4 in -31.4 in
Total Legroom 42.9 in (over 1 rows) 72.7 in (over 2 rows) -29.8 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 7.2 ft3 7.1 ft3 0.1 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 10.2 ft3 7.1 ft3 3.1 ft3

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