Model Year | 2009 | 2006 | |
Model | Volkswagen New Beetle | Kia Sorento | |
Engine | 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 150 hp@5000 170 lb-ft@3750 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 192 hp@5500 217 lb-ft@3000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 98.7 in | 106.7 in | -8 in |
Length | 161.1 in | 179.8 in | -18.7 in |
Width | 67.9 in | 73.3 in | -5.4 in |
Height | 59.0 in | 68.1 in | -9.1 in |
Curb Weight | 2965 lb. | 4123 lb. | -1158 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -6.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 39.7 in | -1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 52.8 in | 58.9 in | -6.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.3 in | -55.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 42.6 in | -3.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.7 in | 39.5 in | -2.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 49.3 in | 58.4 in | -9.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 58.0 in | -58 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.5 in | 36.1 in | -2.6 in |
Total Legroom | 72.9 in (over 2 rows) | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | -5.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.0 ft3 | 31.4 ft3 | -19.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 27.2 ft3 | 66.4 ft3 | -39.2 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Volkswagen New Beetle.
2006 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Plenty of room for my large frame. Seats are comfortable with adjustable lumbar support. see full Kia Sorento review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 192-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
The leather seats are supportive yet soft. it feels like a couch. see full Kia Sorento review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 192-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
It is a comfortable seat position to provide good all around visibility. see full Kia Sorento review |