Model Year | 2006 | 2020 | |
Model | Volkswagen New Beetle | Chevrolet Spark | |
Engine | 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 150 hp@5000 170 lb-ft@3750 |
1.4L I4 DOHC-4v 98 hp@6200 94 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 98.7 in | 93.9 in | 4.8 in |
Length | 161.1 in | 142.5 in | 18.6 in |
Width | 67.9 in | 62.8 in | 5.1 in |
Height | 59.0 in | 58.4 in | 0.6 in |
Curb Weight | 2965 lb. | 2246 lb. | 719 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 9.2 gal. | 5.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 39.4 in | -1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 52.8 in | 50.9 in | 1.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 48.6 in | -48.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 41.7 in | -2.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.7 in | 37.0 in | -0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 49.3 in | 49.6 in | -0.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 47.8 in | -47.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.5 in | 33.0 in | 0.5 in |
Total Legroom | 72.9 in (over 2 rows) | 74.7 in (over 2 rows) | -1.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.0 ft3 | 12.0 ft3 | 0 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 27.2 ft3 | 29.7 ft3 | -2.5 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 |
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