Model Year | 2009 | 2006 | |
Model | Mini Convertible | Volkswagen Touareg | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 172 hp@5500 177 lb-ft@1600 |
4.2L V8 DOHC-5v 310 hp@6200 302 lb-ft@3000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD w/low range | |
Body | 2dr Convertible | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 97.1 in | 112.4 in | -15.3 in |
Length | 145.6 in | 187.2 in | -41.6 in |
Width | 66.3 in | 75.9 in | -9.6 in |
Height | 55.7 in | 68.0 in | -12.3 in |
Curb Weight | 2911 lb. | 5300 lb. | -2389 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 26.4 gal. | -13.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.4 in | 38.7 in | -0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 50.3 in | 57.7 in | -7.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 41.3 in | 0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 38.3 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 57.4 in | -18.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 28.1 in | 35.6 in | -7.5 in |
Total Legroom | 69.8 in (over 2 rows) | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | -7.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 6.0 ft3 | 31.0 ft3 | -25 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 6.0 ft3 | 71.0 ft3 | -65 ft3 |
2009 Mini Convertible Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 2dr Convertible supercharged 168hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
no leg room see full Mini Convertible review |
2006 Volkswagen Touareg Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 310-horsepower 4.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range |
The front seats in a Touareg are on par with the best seats from Mercedes and BMW. My back hates driving long distances, but you can drive this car till your eyes are crossed. Your butt and back never tire from these seats. see full Volkswagen Touareg review |