Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | |
Model | Volkswagen New Beetle | Kia Rio | |
Engine | 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 150 hp@5000 170 lb-ft@3750 |
1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 110 hp@6000 107 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 98.7 in | 98.4 in | 0.3 in |
Length | 161.1 in | 158.1 in | 3 in |
Width | 67.9 in | 66.7 in | 1.2 in |
Height | 59.0 in | 57.9 in | 1.1 in |
Curb Weight | 2965 lb. | 2476 lb. | 489 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 11.9 gal. | 2.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 39.6 in | -1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 52.8 in | 53.5 in | -0.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 50.8 in | -50.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 42.8 in | -3.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.7 in | 37.8 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 49.3 in | 53.1 in | -3.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 50.0 in | -50 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.5 in | 34.3 in | -0.8 in |
Total Legroom | 72.9 in (over 2 rows) | 77.1 in (over 2 rows) | -4.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.0 ft3 | 15.8 ft3 | -3.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 27.2 ft3 | 49.6 ft3 | -22.4 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Volkswagen New Beetle.
2009 Kia Rio Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 110-horsepower 1.6L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
good leg room, seats are comfortable see full Kia Rio review |