Model Year | 2006 | 2011 | |
Model | Volkswagen New Beetle | Hyundai Elantra | |
Engine | 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 150 hp@5000 170 lb-ft@3750 |
1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 148 hp@6500 131 lb-ft@4700 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 98.7 in | 106.3 in | -7.6 in |
Length | 161.1 in | 178.3 in | -17.2 in |
Width | 67.9 in | 69.9 in | -2 in |
Height | 59.0 in | 56.5 in | 2.5 in |
Curb Weight | 2965 lb. | 2701 lb. | 264 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 12.8 gal. | 1.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 40.0 in | -1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 52.8 in | 55.9 in | -3.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 53.5 in | -53.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 43.6 in | -4.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.7 in | 37.1 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 49.3 in | 54.8 in | -5.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 52.7 in | -52.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.5 in | 33.1 in | 0.4 in |
Total Legroom | 72.9 in (over 2 rows) | 76.7 in (over 2 rows) | -3.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.0 ft3 | 14.8 ft3 | -2.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 27.2 ft3 | 14.8 ft3 | 12.4 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 |
Adults can sit in the back see full Volkswagen New Beetle review |
2011 Hyundai Elantra Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 148-horsepower 1.8L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
impossible for me to check rear when reversing. headrests are too big. see full Hyundai Elantra review |