Model Year | 2006 | 2007 | |
Model | Volkswagen New Beetle | Nissan Pathfinder | |
Engine | 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 150 hp@5000 170 lb-ft@3750 |
4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 266 hp@5600 291 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed manual | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 98.7 in | 112.2 in | -13.5 in |
Length | 161.1 in | 187.6 in | -26.5 in |
Width | 67.9 in | 72.8 in | -4.9 in |
Height | 59.0 in | 72.4 in | -13.4 in |
Curb Weight | 2884 lb. | 4373 lb. | -1489 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -6.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 40.0 in | -1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 52.8 in | 58.3 in | -5.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.5 in | -55.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 42.4 in | -3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.7 in | 39.9 in | -3.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 49.3 in | 58.4 in | -9.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 57.6 in | -57.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.5 in | 34.2 in | -0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.7 in | -36.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 57.1 in | -57.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 44.0 in | -44 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 28.1 in | -28.1 in |
Total Legroom | 72.9 in (over 2 rows) | 104.7 in (over 3 rows) | -31.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.0 ft3 | 16.5 ft3 | -4.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 12.0 | 49.2 ft3 | -37.2 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 27.2 ft3 | 79.2 ft3 | -52 ft3 |
2006 Volkswagen New Beetle Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2005 | 2dr Convertible turbocharged 150hp 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Adults can sit in the back see full Volkswagen New Beetle review |
2007 Nissan Pathfinder Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 266-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
The third row seating is only good for small children. see full Nissan Pathfinder review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Rear seat is cramped. I would gladly give up the third row seat, for more room for the rear (2nd row) seats. see full Nissan Pathfinder review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
Rear seating is small for long hauls, and seats WAY too hard see full Nissan Pathfinder review |