Model Year | 2012 | 2009 | |
Model | Toyota Corolla | Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Engine | 1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 132 hp@6000 128 lb-ft@4200 |
2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 150 hp@5000 170 lb-ft@3750 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 102.4 in | 98.7 in | 3.7 in |
Length | 178.7 in | 161.1 in | 17.6 in |
Width | 69.3 in | 67.9 in | 1.4 in |
Height | 57.7 in | 59.0 in | -1.3 in |
Curb Weight | 2745 lb. | 2965 lb. | -220 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 14.5 gal. | -1.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 38.2 in | 0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 52.8 in | 2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.0 in | 0.0 in | 53 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 39.4 in | 2.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 36.7 in | 0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.6 in | 49.3 in | 5.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 43.9 in | 0.0 in | 43.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 33.5 in | 2.8 in |
Total Legroom | 78 in (over 2 rows) | 72.9 in (over 2 rows) | 5.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.3 ft3 | 12.0 ft3 | 0.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.3 ft3 | 27.2 ft3 | -14.9 ft3 |
2012 Toyota Corolla Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Sedan 132-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
This is a very comfortable car for driver and passengers. see full Toyota Corolla review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Volkswagen New Beetle.