Model Year | 2006 | 2008 | |
Model | Pontiac Torrent | Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Engine | 3.4L V6 OHV-2v 185 hp@5200 210 lb-ft@3800 |
2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 150 hp@5000 170 lb-ft@3750 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.5 in | 98.7 in | 13.8 in |
Length | 188.8 in | 161.1 in | 27.7 in |
Width | 71.4 in | 67.9 in | 3.5 in |
Height | 69.3 in | 59.0 in | 10.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3660 lb. | 2965 lb. | 695 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.6 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 2.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 38.2 in | 2.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.7 in | 52.8 in | 2.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.1 in | 0.0 in | 51.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 39.4 in | 1.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.1 in | 36.7 in | 3.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.9 in | 49.3 in | 6.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.3 in | 0.0 in | 52.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 40.2 in | 33.5 in | 6.7 in |
Total Legroom | 81.4 in (over 2 rows) | 72.9 in (over 2 rows) | 8.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 35.2 ft3 | 12.0 ft3 | 23.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 68.6 ft3 | 27.2 ft3 | 41.4 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2006 Pontiac Torrent.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle.