Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | |
Model | Volkswagen New Beetle | Ford Expedition | |
Engine | 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 150 hp@5000 170 lb-ft@3750 |
5.4L V8 OHC-3v 300 hp@5000 365 lb-ft@3750 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 98.7 in | 119.0 in | -20.3 in |
Length | 161.1 in | 206.5 in | -45.4 in |
Width | 67.9 in | 78.8 in | -10.9 in |
Height | 59.0 in | 77.2 in | -18.2 in |
Curb Weight | 2965 lb. | 5578 lb. | -2613 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 28.0 gal. | -13.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 39.6 in | -1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 52.8 in | 63.2 in | -10.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 60.2 in | -60.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 41.1 in | -1.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.7 in | 39.8 in | -3.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 49.3 in | 63.7 in | -14.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 59.9 in | -59.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.5 in | 39.1 in | -5.6 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.3 in | -38.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 51.9 in | -51.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.2 in | -50.2 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.7 in | -37.7 in |
Total Legroom | 72.9 in (over 2 rows) | 117.9 in (over 3 rows) | -45 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.0 ft3 | 18.6 ft3 | -6.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 12.0 | 55.0 ft3 | -43 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 27.2 ft3 | 108.3 ft3 | -81.1 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle.
2008 Ford Expedition Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Plenty of leg room in 2nd and 3rd row. see full Ford Expedition review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
room to get comfortable on long trips; e-z access to coffee, my phone, my wallet; birds-eye view of the road see full Ford Expedition review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Like sitting in your favorite easy chair in your living room. see full Ford Expedition review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Plenty of space for larger people and lots of space between front passenger and driver. see full Ford Expedition review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Can fit two adults and a car seat in the second row seat. Third row is just as comfortable. see full Ford Expedition review |
2008 Ford Expedition Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV, ext. 300-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Hard and flat. see full Ford Expedition review |