Model Year | 2008 | 2022 | |
Model | Volkswagen New Beetle | Mercedes-Benz A-Class | |
Engine | 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 150 hp@5000 170 lb-ft@3750 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 188 hp@5800 221 lb-ft@1250 |
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Transmission | 5-speed manual | 7-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 98.7 in | 107.4 in | -8.7 in |
Length | 161.1 in | 179.1 in | -18 in |
Width | 67.9 in | 70.7 in | -2.8 in |
Height | 59.0 in | 56.9 in | 2.1 in |
Curb Weight | 2884 lb. | 3285 lb. | -401 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 13.5 gal. | 1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 40.3 in | -2.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 52.8 in | 55.1 in | -2.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 41.8 in | -2.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.7 in | 37.2 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 49.3 in | 54.0 in | -4.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.5 in | 33.9 in | -0.4 in |
Total Legroom | 72.9 in (over 2 rows) | 75.7 in (over 2 rows) | -2.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.0 ft3 | 8.6 ft3 | 3.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 27.2 ft3 | 8.6 ft3 | 18.6 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2022 Mercedes-Benz A-Class.