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Volkswagen New Beetle (2006) vs. Kia Spectra (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle and 2008 Kia Spectra specs.

2006 Volkswagen New Beetle and 2008 Kia Spectra Specifications

Model Year 2006 2008  
Model Volkswagen New Beetle Kia Spectra  
Engine 2.5L I5
DOHC-4v
150 hp@5000
170 lb-ft@3750
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
138 hp@6000
136 lb-ft@4600
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 4-speed automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 2dr Hatch 4dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 98.7 in 102.8 in -4.1 in
Length 161.1 in 171.3 in -10.2 in
Width 67.9 in 68.3 in -0.4 in
Height 59.0 in 57.9 in 1.1 in
Curb Weight 2965 lb. 2910 lb. 55 lb.
Fuel Capacity 14.5 gal. 14.5 gal. 0 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.2 in 40.0 in -1.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 52.8 in 55.1 in -2.3 in
Hip Room, Row 1 0.0 in 52.4 in -52.4 in
Legroom, Row 1 39.4 in 42.8 in -3.4 in
Headroom, Row 2 36.7 in 38.8 in -2.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 49.3 in 53.9 in -4.6 in
Hip Room, Row 2 0.0 in 53.9 in -53.9 in
Legroom, Row 2 33.5 in 35.4 in -1.9 in
Total Legroom 72.9 in (over 2 rows) 78.2 in (over 2 rows) -5.3 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 12.0 ft3 18.3 ft3 -6.3 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 27.2 ft3 52.8 ft3 -25.6 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle

2006 Volkswagen New Beetle Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2005 2dr Convertible turbocharged 150hp 1.8L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Adults can sit in the back see full Volkswagen New Beetle review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Kia Spectra

2008 Kia Spectra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr Hatch 138-horsepower 2.0L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
Very comfortable for prolonged around-town driving, not bad for long trips. Could use adjustable lumbar support, but all other adjustments are very good. The non-sueded cloth is comfortable and durable. see full Kia Spectra review
 
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