Model Year | 2006 | 2008 | |
Model | Volkswagen New Beetle | Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Engine | 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 150 hp@5000 170 lb-ft@3750 |
5.3L V8 OHV-2v 320 hp@5300 340 lb-ft@4200 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr SUT | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 98.7 in | 130.0 in | -31.3 in |
Length | 161.1 in | 221.3 in | -60.2 in |
Width | 67.9 in | 79.1 in | -11.2 in |
Height | 59.0 in | 76.6 in | -17.6 in |
Curb Weight | 2965 lb. | 5742 lb. | -2777 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 31.0 gal. | -16.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 41.1 in | -2.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 52.8 in | 65.3 in | -12.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 64.4 in | -64.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 41.3 in | -1.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.7 in | 40.0 in | -3.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 49.3 in | 65.2 in | -15.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 62.3 in | -62.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.5 in | 39.1 in | -5.6 in |
Total Legroom | 72.9 in (over 2 rows) | 80.4 in (over 2 rows) | -7.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.0 ft3 | 45.5 ft3 | -33.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 27.2 ft3 | 101.1 ft3 | -73.9 ft3 |
2006 Volkswagen New Beetle Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2005 | 2dr Convertible turbocharged 150hp 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Adults can sit in the back see full Volkswagen New Beetle review |
2008 Chevrolet Avalanche Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUT 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic RWD |
The interior is basically a Tahoe and even with 5 people, the truck is comfortable. Rear AC and headphone jacks help too. see full Chevrolet Avalanche review |
2007 | 4dr SUT 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Plenty of room for 3 adults, even with a tall adult in the middle seat. see full Chevrolet Avalanche review |