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Volkswagen New Beetle (2009) vs. Toyota Solara (2008) Specs

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2009 Volkswagen New Beetle and 2008 Toyota Solara Specifications

Model Year 2009 2008  
Model Volkswagen New Beetle Toyota Solara  
Engine 2.5L I5
DOHC-4v
150 hp@5000
170 lb-ft@3750
3.3L V6
DOHC-4v
210 hp@5600
220 lb-ft@3600
 
Transmission 5-speed manual 5-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 2dr Convertible 2dr Convertible  
      Difference
Wheelbase 98.8 in 107.1 in -8.3 in
Length 161.1 in 192.5 in -31.4 in
Width 67.9 in 71.5 in -3.6 in
Height 59.1 in 56.5 in 2.6 in
Curb Weight 3164 lb. 3615 lb. -451 lb.
Fuel Capacity 14.5 gal. 18.5 gal. -4 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.7 in 38.5 in 2.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 52.8 in 56.1 in -3.3 in
Hip Room, Row 1 0.0 in 53.7 in -53.7 in
Legroom, Row 1 39.4 in 42.0 in -2.6 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.2 in 38.4 in -1.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 42.1 in 47.2 in -5.1 in
Hip Room, Row 2 0.0 in 44.7 in -44.7 in
Legroom, Row 2 31.5 in 35.0 in -3.5 in
Total Legroom 70.9 in (over 2 rows) 77 in (over 2 rows) -6.1 in
Cargo Volume 5.0 ft3 11.7 ft3 -6.7 ft3

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