Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | |
Model | Volkswagen New Beetle | Nissan Xterra | |
Engine | 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 150 hp@5000 170 lb-ft@3750 |
4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 261 hp@5600 281 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 98.7 in | 106.3 in | -7.6 in |
Length | 161.1 in | 178.7 in | -17.6 in |
Width | 67.9 in | 72.8 in | -4.9 in |
Height | 59.0 in | 74.9 in | -15.9 in |
Curb Weight | 2965 lb. | 4165 lb. | -1200 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -6.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 39.9 in | -1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 52.8 in | 58.3 in | -5.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.9 in | -55.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 42.4 in | -3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.7 in | 39.3 in | -2.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 49.3 in | 58.3 in | -9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 46.1 in | -46.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.5 in | 34.4 in | -0.9 in |
Total Legroom | 72.9 in (over 2 rows) | 76.8 in (over 2 rows) | -3.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.0 ft3 | 35.2 ft3 | -23.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 27.2 ft3 | 65.7 ft3 | -38.5 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 |
2009 Nissan Xterra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV 261-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Roomy rear seat with easy access. see full Nissan Xterra review |