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2006 Volkswagen New Beetle and 2006 Toyota Matrix Specifications
| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | |
| Model | Volkswagen New Beetle | Toyota Matrix | |
| Engine | 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 150 hp@5000 170 lb-ft@3750 |
1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 164 hp@7600 126 lb-ft@4400 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 98.7 in | 102.4 in | -3.7 in |
| Length | 161.1 in | 171.3 in | -10.2 in |
| Width | 67.9 in | 69.9 in | -2 in |
| Height | 59.0 in | 61.6 in | -2.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 2965 lb. | 2800 lb. | 165 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 1.3 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 40.6 in | -2.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 52.8 in | 53.2 in | -0.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 51.7 in | -51.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 41.8 in | -2.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.7 in | 39.8 in | -3.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 49.3 in | 52.6 in | -3.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 47.8 in | -47.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 33.5 in | 36.3 in | -2.8 in |
| Total Legroom | 72.9 in (over 2 rows) | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | -5.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.0 ft3 | 21.8 ft3 | -9.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 27.2 ft3 | 53.2 ft3 | -26 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Toyota Matrix
| 2006 Toyota Matrix Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
a lot of place, even for tall people. see full Toyota Matrix review |
| 2005 | 4dr Hatch 130-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Lots of room in rear seats while both front seats are being used, enough room for 5 adults. see full Toyota Matrix review |
| 2006 Toyota Matrix Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
very uncomfortable and not ergonomic at all. especially with child sits. see full Toyota Matrix review |
| 2007 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Were flat and didnt grip you well see full Toyota Matrix review |
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