Model Year | 2012 | 2011 | |
Model | Toyota Corolla | Volkswagen Eos | |
Engine | 1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 132 hp@6000 128 lb-ft@4200 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1800 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hardtop conv. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,601 mm | 2,578 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,539 mm | 4,407 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,760 mm | 1,791 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,466 mm | 1,443 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,245 kg | 1,610 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 50 L | 55 L | -5 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 986 mm | 953 mm | 33 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,392 mm | 1,389 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,346 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,059 mm | 1,059 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 945 mm | 909 mm | 36 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,387 mm | 1,054 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,115 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 922 mm | 826 mm | 96 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,981 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,885 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 348 L | 187 L | 161 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.3 | 297 L | -284.7 |
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 |
2011 Volkswagen Eos Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 2dr Hardtop conv. turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
The back seat is not comfortable and has limited leg room. While the latter may be typical of some convertibles, leg room is less than on previous convertibles I have owned. see full Volkswagen Eos review |