Model Year | 2007 | 2006 | |
Model | Volkswagen New Beetle | Kia Sportage | |
Engine | 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 150 hp@5000 170 lb-ft@3750 |
2.7L V6 DOHC-4v 173 hp@6000 178 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 98.7 in | 103.5 in | -4.8 in |
Length | 161.1 in | 171.3 in | -10.2 in |
Width | 67.9 in | 70.9 in | -3 in |
Height | 59.0 in | 66.7 in | -7.7 in |
Curb Weight | 2965 lb. | 3351 lb. | -386 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 15.3 gal. | -0.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 40.7 in | -2.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 52.8 in | 56.7 in | -3.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 54.6 in | -54.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 42.1 in | -2.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.7 in | 39.4 in | -2.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 49.3 in | 56.3 in | -7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 54.6 in | -54.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.5 in | 37.2 in | -3.7 in |
Total Legroom | 72.9 in (over 2 rows) | 79.3 in (over 2 rows) | -6.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.0 ft3 | 23.6 ft3 | -11.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 27.2 ft3 | 66.6 ft3 | -39.4 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle.
2006 Kia Sportage Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.7L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Nice and roomy see full Kia Sportage review |