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Volkswagen Beetle (2019) vs. Chevrolet Malibu Classic (2008) Specs

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2019 Volkswagen Beetle and 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Classic Specifications

Model Year 2019 2008  
Model Volkswagen Beetle Chevrolet Malibu Classic  
Engine turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
174 hp@5000
184 lb-ft@1500
3.5L V6
OHV-2v
219 hp@5900
219 lb-ft@3200
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 4-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 2dr Hatch 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 100.0 in 106.3 in -6.3 in
Length 168.4 in 188.3 in -19.9 in
Width 71.2 in 69.9 in 1.3 in
Height 58.5 in 57.5 in 1 in
Curb Weight 3012 lb. 3297 lb. -285 lb.
Fuel Capacity 14.5 gal. 16.3 gal. -1.8 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.4 in 39.6 in -0.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 55.3 in 56.7 in -1.4 in
Hip Room, Row 1 0.0 in 53.2 in -53.2 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.3 in 41.9 in -0.6 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.1 in 37.6 in -0.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 49.0 in 56.1 in -7.1 in
Hip Room, Row 2 0.0 in 52.4 in -52.4 in
Legroom, Row 2 31.4 in 38.5 in -7.1 in
Total Legroom 72.7 in (over 2 rows) 80.4 in (over 2 rows) -7.7 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 15.4 ft3 15.4 ft3 0 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 29.9 ft3 15.4 ft3 14.5 ft3

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