Model Year | 2009 | 2021 | |
Model | Volkswagen New Beetle | Nissan LEAF | |
Engine | 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 150 hp@5000 170 lb-ft@3750 |
Electric 214 hp 250 lb-ft |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 1-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 98.7 in | 106.3 in | -7.6 in |
Length | 161.1 in | 176.4 in | -15.3 in |
Width | 67.9 in | 70.5 in | -2.6 in |
Height | 59.0 in | 61.4 in | -2.4 in |
Curb Weight | 2965 lb. | 3882 lb. | -917 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 0.0 gal. | 14.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 41.2 in | -3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 52.8 in | 54.3 in | -1.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 51.7 in | -51.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 42.1 in | -2.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.7 in | 37.3 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 49.3 in | 52.5 in | -3.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 50.0 in | -50 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.5 in | 33.5 in | 0 in |
Total Legroom | 72.9 in (over 2 rows) | 75.6 in (over 2 rows) | -2.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.0 ft3 | 23.6 ft3 | -11.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 27.2 ft3 | 30.0 ft3 | -2.8 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Volkswagen New Beetle.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2021 Nissan LEAF.