| Model Year | 2016 | 2011 | |
| Model | Volkswagen Beetle | Jeep Compass | |
| Engine | turbocharged 1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 170 hp@4800 184 lb-ft@1500 |
2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 172 hp@6000 165 lb-ft@4400 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed manual | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 100.0 in | 103.7 in | -3.7 in |
| Length | 168.4 in | 173.4 in | -5 in |
| Width | 71.2 in | 69.3 in | 1.9 in |
| Height | 58.5 in | 65.2 in | -6.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 3012 lb. | 3097 lb. | -85 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 13.6 gal. | 0.9 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 40.7 in | -1.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.3 in | 54.6 in | 0.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 52.3 in | -52.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 40.6 in | 0.7 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.1 in | 39.9 in | -2.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 49.0 in | 54.0 in | -5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 51.0 in | -51 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 31.4 in | 39.4 in | -8 in |
| Total Legroom | 72.7 in (over 2 rows) | 80 in (over 2 rows) | -7.3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.4 ft3 | 22.7 ft3 | -7.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 29.9 ft3 | 53.6 ft3 | -23.7 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Volkswagen Beetle.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Jeep Compass.