Model Year | 2008 | 2023 | |
Model | Volkswagen New Beetle | Subaru Forester | |
Engine | 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 150 hp@5000 170 lb-ft@3750 |
2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 182 hp@5800 176 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | CVT | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 98.7 in | 105.1 in | -6.4 in |
Length | 161.1 in | 182.7 in | -21.6 in |
Width | 67.9 in | 71.5 in | -3.6 in |
Height | 59.0 in | 67.5 in | -8.5 in |
Curb Weight | 2965 lb. | 3454 lb. | -489 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 16.6 gal. | -2.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 41.2 in | -3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 52.8 in | 58.1 in | -5.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 43.3 in | -3.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.7 in | 39.6 in | -2.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 49.3 in | 57.2 in | -7.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.5 in | 39.4 in | -5.9 in |
Total Legroom | 72.9 in (over 2 rows) | 82.7 in (over 2 rows) | -9.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.0 ft3 | 28.9 ft3 | -16.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 27.2 ft3 | 74.2 ft3 | -47 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 2023 Subaru Forester.