| Model Year | 2007 | 2013 | |
| Model | Volkswagen New Beetle | Jeep Compass | |
| Engine | 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 150 hp@5000 170 lb-ft@3750 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 158 hp@6400 141 lb-ft@5000 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable CVT | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 98.7 in | 103.7 in | -5 in |
| Length | 161.1 in | 173.4 in | -12.3 in |
| Width | 67.9 in | 69.3 in | -1.4 in |
| Height | 59.0 in | 65.2 in | -6.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 2965 lb. | 3160 lb. | -195 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 13.6 gal. | 0.9 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 40.7 in | -2.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 52.8 in | 54.6 in | -1.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 52.3 in | -52.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 40.6 in | -1.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.7 in | 39.9 in | -3.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 49.3 in | 54.0 in | -4.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 51.0 in | -51 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 33.5 in | 39.4 in | -5.9 in |
| Total Legroom | 72.9 in (over 2 rows) | 80 in (over 2 rows) | -7.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.0 ft3 | 22.7 ft3 | -10.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 27.2 ft3 | 53.6 ft3 | -26.4 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2013 Jeep Compass.