Model Year | 2006 | 2013 | |
Model | Toyota Solara | Volkswagen Eos | |
Engine | 3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 225 hp@5600 240 lb-ft@3600 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1700 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Hardtop conv. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 107.1 in | 101.5 in | 5.6 in |
Length | 192.5 in | 174.1 in | 18.4 in |
Width | 71.5 in | 70.5 in | 1 in |
Height | 56.5 in | 56.9 in | -0.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3615 lb. | 3508 lb. | 107 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.5 in | 38.9 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.1 in | 54.7 in | 1.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.7 in | 0.0 in | 53.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.0 in | 41.7 in | 0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.4 in | 35.8 in | 2.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 47.2 in | 41.5 in | 5.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 44.7 in | 0.0 in | 44.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.0 in | 32.5 in | 2.5 in |
Total Legroom | 77 in (over 2 rows) | 74.2 in (over 2 rows) | 2.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 11.7 ft3 | 6.6 ft3 | 5.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 11.7 ft3 | 10.5 ft3 | 1.2 ft3 |
2006 Toyota Solara Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 2dr Convertible 225-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
It fits two adults comfortably. see full Toyota Solara review |
2013 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 |