Model Year | 2008 | 2023 | |
Model | Volkswagen New Beetle | Subaru Solterra | |
Engine | 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 150 hp@5000 170 lb-ft@3750 |
Electric 215 hp 249 lb-ft |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 1-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 98.7 in | 112.2 in | -13.5 in |
Length | 161.1 in | 184.6 in | -23.5 in |
Width | 67.9 in | 73.2 in | -5.3 in |
Height | 59.0 in | 65.1 in | -6.1 in |
Curb Weight | 2965 lb. | 4365 lb. | -1400 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 0.0 gal. | 14.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 38.8 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 52.8 in | 57.8 in | -5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 42.1 in | -2.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.7 in | 38.0 in | -1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 49.3 in | 56.0 in | -6.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.5 in | 35.3 in | -1.8 in |
Total Legroom | 72.9 in (over 2 rows) | 77.4 in (over 2 rows) | -4.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.0 ft3 | 23.8 ft3 | -11.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 27.2 ft3 | 63.5 ft3 | -36.3 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 Solterra.