Model Year | 2007 | 2007 | |
Model | Mini Hardtop | Volkswagen Touareg | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 172 hp@5500 192 lb-ft@1700 |
4.2L V8 DOHC-4v 350 hp@6800 324 lb-ft@3500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD w/low range | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | 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 | 55.4 in | 68.0 in | -12.6 in |
Curb Weight | 2712 lb. | 5254 lb. | -2542 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 11.0 gal. | 26.4 gal. | -15.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 38.7 in | 0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 50.3 in | 57.7 in | -7.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 41.3 in | 0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 38.3 in | -0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 44.7 in | 57.4 in | -12.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 29.9 in | 35.6 in | -5.7 in |
Total Legroom | 71.3 in (over 2 rows) | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | -5.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 5.7 ft3 | 31.0 ft3 | -25.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 24.0 ft3 | 71.0 ft3 | -47 ft3 |
2007 Mini Hardtop Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 172hp 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
too small for adults see full Mini Hardtop review |
2008 | 2dr Hatch 118-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The roof line is so low that tall people do not fit. When I tested the car my head was touching the roofliner. see full Mini Hardtop review |
2007 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 172hp 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Its small, but not as small inside as you might think. see full Mini Hardtop review |
2006 | 2dr Hatch supercharged 168hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
what room? see full Mini Hardtop review |
2007 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 |