| Model Year | 2013 | 2008 | |
| Model | Volkswagen Eos | Jeep Compass | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1700 |
2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 172 hp@6000 165 lb-ft@4400 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed automated manual | 6-speed shiftable CVT | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 101.5 in | 103.7 in | -2.2 in |
| Length | 174.1 in | 173.4 in | 0.7 in |
| Width | 70.5 in | 69.3 in | 1.2 in |
| Height | 56.9 in | 64.2 in | -7.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3508 lb. | 3171 lb. | 337 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 13.6 gal. | 0.9 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 40.9 in | -2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 54.6 in | 0.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 52.2 in | -52.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 40.6 in | 1.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 35.8 in | 39.9 in | -4.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 41.5 in | 54.0 in | -12.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 51.0 in | -51 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 32.5 in | 39.3 in | -6.8 in |
| Total Legroom | 74.2 in (over 2 rows) | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | -5.7 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 6.6 ft3 | 21.9 ft3 | -15.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 10.5 ft3 | 52.5 ft3 | -42 ft3 |
| 2013 Volkswagen Eos Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 2dr Hardtop conv. turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
The back seat is not comfortable and has limited leg room. While the latter may be typical of some convertibles, leg room is less than on previous convertibles I have owned. see full Volkswagen Eos review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2008 Jeep Compass.