Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | |
Model | Volkswagen New Beetle | Subaru Tribeca | |
Engine | 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 150 hp@5000 170 lb-ft@3750 |
3.6L H6 DOHC-4v 256 hp@6000 247 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 5-speed manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 98.7 in | 108.2 in | -9.5 in |
Length | 161.1 in | 191.5 in | -30.4 in |
Width | 67.9 in | 73.9 in | -6 in |
Height | 59.0 in | 66.4 in | -7.4 in |
Curb Weight | 2884 lb. | 4140 lb. | -1256 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 16.9 gal. | -2.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 38.9 in | -0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 52.8 in | 58.1 in | -5.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 54.0 in | -54 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 42.3 in | -2.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.7 in | 38.2 in | -1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 49.3 in | 57.5 in | -8.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 54.6 in | -54.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.5 in | 34.3 in | -0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.2 in | -36.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 51.3 in | -51.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 43.3 in | -43.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 30.9 in | -30.9 in |
Total Legroom | 72.9 in (over 2 rows) | 107.5 in (over 3 rows) | -34.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.0 ft3 | 8.3 ft3 | 3.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 12.0 | 37.6 ft3 | -25.6 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 27.2 ft3 | 74.4 ft3 | -47.2 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Volkswagen New Beetle.
2009 Subaru Tribeca Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 256-horsepower 3.6L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
lots of legroom with adjustable rear seat. see full Subaru Tribeca review |