Model Year | 2006 | 2010 | |
Model | Volkswagen New Beetle | Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Engine | 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 150 hp@5000 170 lb-ft@3750 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1700 |
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Transmission | 5-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,507 mm | 2,604 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,092 mm | 4,427 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,725 mm | 1,808 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,499 mm | 1,684 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,308 kg | 1,557 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 55 L | 64 L | -9 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 970 mm | 993 mm | -23 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,341 mm | 1,427 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,001 mm | 1,019 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 932 mm | 991 mm | -59 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,252 mm | 1,392 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 851 mm | 909 mm | -58 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,852 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,928 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 340 L | 674 L | -334 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 12.0 | 651 L | -639 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 770 L | 1,589 L | 769 L |
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 |
2010 Volkswagen Tiguan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Well designed, nice sitting position, like a front seat. Lots of leg room. Seat is comfortable. see full Volkswagen Tiguan review |
2009 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Plenty room! almost like the big Ford Expedition! see full Volkswagen Tiguan review |
2009 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Seats slide back and forth to change cargo vs passenger space for flexible loads. Lots of leg room. Panoramic sunroof and air vent makes it a pleasure. see full Volkswagen Tiguan review |