Model Year | 2008 | 2006 | |
Model | Volkswagen New Beetle | Chevrolet HHR | |
Engine | 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 150 hp@5000 170 lb-ft@3750 |
2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 172 hp@6200 162 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 98.7 in | 103.5 in | -4.8 in |
Length | 161.1 in | 176.2 in | -15.1 in |
Width | 67.9 in | 69.2 in | -1.3 in |
Height | 59.0 in | 65.2 in | -6.2 in |
Curb Weight | 2965 lb. | 3208 lb. | -243 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 16.2 gal. | -1.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 39.5 in | -1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 52.8 in | 53.5 in | -0.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 50.1 in | -50.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 40.6 in | -1.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.7 in | 39.6 in | -2.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 49.3 in | 52.7 in | -3.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 50.6 in | -50.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.5 in | 39.5 in | -6 in |
Total Legroom | 72.9 in (over 2 rows) | 80.1 in (over 2 rows) | -7.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.0 ft3 | 24.0 ft3 | -12 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 27.2 ft3 | 63.1 ft3 | -35.9 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle.
2006 Chevrolet HHR Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Extremly comfortable. You have to sit in it to understand. The leather seat is more comfortable than the cloth seat. see full Chevrolet HHR review |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 149-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
The rear seat room is relatively large. On long road trips when i am not driving, my back starts to hurt and i cant find a comfortable position to sit in. see full Chevrolet HHR review |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Great seating position. Long drives are not a problem see full Chevrolet HHR review |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Fits 4 people very nicely for long trips. Upright seating works well. see full Chevrolet HHR review |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
See above. Add to that heated leather seats. Oh yeah!!! Remote start is great also. see full Chevrolet HHR review |
2006 | 4dr Wagon 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Better than any of the 4 Volvos I driven see full Chevrolet HHR review |
2006 Chevrolet HHR Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Rear seat is cramped. see full Chevrolet HHR review |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 149-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Not much room for tall people in the back. see full Chevrolet HHR review |
2006 | 4dr Wagon 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Not a lot of leg room. Cloth is kind of cheap and not very attractive see full Chevrolet HHR review |