Model Year | 2006 | 2013 | |
Model | Porsche Boxster | Volkswagen Golf / GTI | |
Engine | 2.7L H6 DOHC-4v 240 hp@6400 199 lb-ft@4700 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 256 hp@4300 243 lb-ft@2400 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 2dr Convertible | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 95.1 in | 101.5 in | -6.4 in |
Length | 170.4 in | 165.4 in | 5 in |
Width | 70.9 in | 70.3 in | 0.6 in |
Height | 51.0 in | 58.3 in | -7.3 in |
Curb Weight | 2987 lb. | 3326 lb. | -339 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.0 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 2.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.4 in | 39.3 in | -0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 51.7 in | 54.7 in | -3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.4 in | 0.0 in | 53.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 41.2 in | 0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 38.5 in | -38.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 52.8 in | -52.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 35.5 in | -35.5 in |
Total Legroom | 41.6 in (over 1 rows) | 76.7 in (over 2 rows) | -35.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 9.9 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 | -5.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 9.9 ft3 | 46.0 ft3 | -36.1 ft3 |
2006 Porsche Boxster Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 2dr Convertible 240-horsepower 2.7L H6 5-speed manual RWD |
sport seats provide a lot of support see full Porsche Boxster review |
2006 Porsche Boxster Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 2dr Convertible 240-horsepower 2.7L H6 5-speed manual RWD |
no rear seat see full Porsche Boxster review |
2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Four adults can easily and comfortably fit in this car, with plenty of room for luggage. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review |