Model Year | 2009 | 2016 | |
Model | Volkswagen New Beetle | Chevrolet Sonic | |
Engine | 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 150 hp@5000 170 lb-ft@3750 |
1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6300 125 lb-ft@3800 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 98.7 in | 99.4 in | -0.7 in |
Length | 161.1 in | 159.0 in | 2.1 in |
Width | 67.9 in | 68.3 in | -0.4 in |
Height | 59.0 in | 59.7 in | -0.7 in |
Curb Weight | 2965 lb. | 2785 lb. | 180 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 12.2 gal. | 2.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 38.7 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 52.8 in | 53.4 in | -0.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 51.4 in | -51.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 41.8 in | -2.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.7 in | 37.8 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 49.3 in | 53.0 in | -3.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 51.6 in | -51.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.5 in | 34.6 in | -1.1 in |
Total Legroom | 72.9 in (over 2 rows) | 76.4 in (over 2 rows) | -3.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.0 ft3 | 19.0 ft3 | -7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 27.2 ft3 | 47.7 ft3 | -20.5 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Volkswagen New Beetle.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Chevrolet Sonic.