Model Year | 2006 | 2010 | |
Model | Volkswagen New Beetle | Kia Optima | |
Engine | 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 150 hp@5000 170 lb-ft@3750 |
2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 175 hp@6000 169 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 98.7 in | 107.1 in | -8.4 in |
Length | 161.1 in | 189.0 in | -27.9 in |
Width | 67.9 in | 71.1 in | -3.2 in |
Height | 59.0 in | 58.3 in | 0.7 in |
Curb Weight | 2965 lb. | 3197 lb. | -232 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 16.4 gal. | -1.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 39.8 in | -1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 52.8 in | 57.1 in | -4.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 54.5 in | -54.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 43.7 in | -4.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.7 in | 38.0 in | -1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 49.3 in | 56.3 in | -7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 54.7 in | -54.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.5 in | 37.8 in | -4.3 in |
Total Legroom | 72.9 in (over 2 rows) | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | -8.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.0 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 | -3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 27.2 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 | 12.2 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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