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Porsche Boxster (2006) vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI (2013) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2006 Porsche Boxster and 2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI specs.

2006 Porsche Boxster and 2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Specifications

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
 
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

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Porsche Boxster

2006 Porsche Boxster Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2006 2dr Convertible 240-horsepower 2.7L H6
5-speed manual RWD
no rear seat see full Porsche Boxster review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI

2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 
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