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Dodge Journey (2009) vs. Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI (2009) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2009 Dodge Journey and 2009 Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI specs.

2009 Dodge Journey and 2009 Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI Specifications

Model Year 2009 2009  
Model Dodge Journey Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI  
Engine 3.5L V6
OHC-4v
235 hp@6400
232 lb-ft@4000
turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
200 hp@5100
207 lb-ft@1800
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed automated manual  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Wagon  
      Difference
Wheelbase 113.8 in 101.5 in 12.3 in
Length 192.4 in 179.3 in 13.1 in
Width 72.2 in 70.1 in 2.1 in
Height 66.6 in 59.2 in 7.4 in
Curb Weight 4001 lb. 3350 lb. 651 lb.
Fuel Capacity 20.5 gal. 14.5 gal. 6 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.8 in 38.4 in 2.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 57.5 in 54.8 in 2.7 in
Hip Room, Row 1 53.8 in 0.0 in 53.8 in
Legroom, Row 1 40.8 in 41.1 in -0.3 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.8 in 38.1 in 1.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 56.9 in 53.1 in 3.8 in
Hip Room, Row 2 54.4 in 0.0 in 54.4 in
Legroom, Row 2 33.6 in 35.5 in -1.9 in
Headroom, Row 3 37.7 in 0.0 in 37.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 51.1 in 0.0 in 51.1 in
Hip Room, Row 3 40.0 in 0.0 in 40 in
Legroom, Row 3 23.4 in 0.0 in 23.4 in
Total Legroom 97.8 in (over 3 rows) 76.6 in (over 2 rows) 21.2 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 10.7 ft3 32.8 ft3 -22.1 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 37.1 ft3 32.8 4.3 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 67.6 ft3 66.9 ft3 0.7 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Dodge Journey

2009 Dodge Journey Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
Always considering the price, The journey is quite comfortable even for long trips. Went 12 hours with a friends journey and not even tired. see full Dodge Journey review
2009 4dr SUV 235-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Compared to other wagon- type vehicles, the Journey has a very "Large" feeling in front see full Dodge Journey review
2009 4dr SUV 235-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
with our growing family the third row is great. see full Dodge Journey review
2009 4dr SUV turbocharged 138hp 2.0L I4 Diesel
6-speed manual FWD
7 seats see full Dodge Journey review
2009 4dr SUV 235-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Rear doors open nearly 90 degrees and foot room, for streching out, is excellent. see full Dodge Journey review
2009 4dr SUV 235-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
3rd row seating option. see full Dodge Journey review
2009 Dodge Journey Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr SUV 235-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Cushion in the seats are not good. with my bad back long drives are not very good. Need to add a cushion or it is hard on my butt. see full Dodge Journey review
2009 4dr SUV 235-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
On long hauls over 3 hours you are sore when you get out. see full Dodge Journey review
2009 4dr SUV 235-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
no foot room for 3rd row passengers. kind of wasted space see full Dodge Journey review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI

2009 Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD
A lot of rear leg rrom when compared to the Mazda3 and A3 which I also looked at. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI review
2010 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD
Good room for a small car. Four adults can ride comfortably. Plenty of cargo room with the rear seats down. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI review
2010 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD
Surprisingly roomy for this size of car. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI review
2010 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD
Surprisingly roomy for this size of car. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI review
2010 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD
They are supportive with good leg support. The seat side bolsters hold driver in place. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI review
2009 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD
Front seats are extremely supportive and even heated with the Interlagos cloth option see full Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI review
2009 2dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed manual FWD
Quite possibly the most comfortable front seats I have ever sat in. It is as if they were pulled straight from an Audi and placed in the GTI. An added bonus is the heated cloth, which is unusual because usually you need to option cold leather for heat. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI review
2009 2dr Hatch 170-horsepower 2.5L I5
5-speed manual FWD
Plenty of shoulder/elbow/head room. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI review
2009 2dr Hatch 170-horsepower 2.5L I5
5-speed manual FWD
Adequate for 2 adults to sit comfortably. High roof, adequate legroom. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI review
2008 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed manual FWD
Plenty of space, good lumbar support, nice side bolstering. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI review
2009 Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 2dr Hatch 170-horsepower 2.5L I5
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
It works fine for me, but if you have adults that use the rear seat often they may find it a little uncomfortable for long trips. The legroom is decent, but the seats are a bit hard and not all that ergonomic. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI review
 
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