Model Year | 2007 | 2015 | |
Model | Volkswagen Eos | Fiat 500 | |
Engine | 3.2L V6 DOHC-4v 250 hp@6300 235 lb-ft@2500 |
turbocharged 1.4L I4 OHC-4v 160 hp@5500 170 lb-ft@2500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automated manual | 5-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Convertible | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 101.5 in | 90.6 in | 10.9 in |
Length | 173.5 in | 139.6 in | 33.9 in |
Width | 70.5 in | 64.1 in | 6.4 in |
Height | 56.8 in | 59.8 in | -3 in |
Curb Weight | 3686 lb. | 2570 lb. | 1116 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 10.5 gal. | 4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.5 in | 38.9 in | -1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 49.4 in | 5.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 47.9 in | -47.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 40.7 in | 1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 35.8 in | 35.6 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 41.5 in | 46.4 in | -4.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 42.6 in | -42.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 32.5 in | 31.7 in | 0.8 in |
Total Legroom | 74.2 in (over 2 rows) | 72.4 in (over 2 rows) | 1.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 6.6 ft3 | 9.5 ft3 | -2.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 10.5 ft3 | 30.1 ft3 | -19.6 ft3 |
2007 Volkswagen Eos Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 2dr Hardtop conv. 250-horsepower 3.2L V6 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Sedan feeling with 10-way power/heated seats blended with sports-car suspension and handling. A real glove box that is cooled by the A/C. Pockets on side doors are handy for storage. see full Volkswagen Eos review |
2007 | 2dr Hardtop conv. 250-horsepower 3.2L V6 6-speed automated manual FWD |
That it exists! Gets used as more of a parcel shelf than rear seat but can fit two passengers comfortably when needed. see full Volkswagen Eos review |
2007 Volkswagen Eos Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 2dr Hardtop conv. turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Seat is small and okay for short trips. Adults fit okay when the top is down, access is tight witht the top up. see full Volkswagen Eos review |
2015 Fiat 500 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2015 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 160hp 1.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Rear seating is very cramped, and the ease of entry/exit is poor. Think of the rear seats as emergency seating- like a Porsche 911, and you get the idea. No one will want to travel across town in the rear seats. Forget a road trip entirely. see full Fiat 500 review |
2015 | 2dr Hatch 101-horsepower 1.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Roomy in front but narrow. With two people in front you're bound to rub shoulders or arms when using the arm rests. see full Fiat 500 review |
2015 | 2dr Hatch 101-horsepower 1.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
I would not put anyone on the rear seats. Maybe very short people for short distances. see full Fiat 500 review |