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Dodge Nitro (2008) vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI (2013) Specs

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2008 Dodge Nitro and 2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Specifications

Model Year 2008 2013  
Model Dodge Nitro Volkswagen Golf / GTI  
Engine 4.0L V6
OHC-4v
260 hp@5200
265 lb-ft@4000
turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
256 hp@4300
243 lb-ft@2400
 
Transmission 5-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed manual  
Drivetrain RWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 108.8 in 101.5 in 7.3 in
Length 178.9 in 165.4 in 13.5 in
Width 73.1 in 70.3 in 2.8 in
Height 69.9 in 58.3 in 11.6 in
Curb Weight 3971 lb. 3326 lb. 645 lb.
Fuel Capacity 19.5 gal. 14.5 gal. 5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.6 in 39.3 in 1.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 57.2 in 54.7 in 2.5 in
Hip Room, Row 1 56.8 in 0.0 in 56.8 in
Legroom, Row 1 40.8 in 41.2 in -0.4 in
Headroom, Row 2 40.8 in 38.5 in 2.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 56.4 in 52.8 in 3.6 in
Hip Room, Row 2 47.4 in 0.0 in 47.4 in
Legroom, Row 2 37.7 in 35.5 in 2.2 in
Total Legroom 78.5 in (over 2 rows) 76.7 in (over 2 rows) 1.8 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 32.1 ft3 15.0 ft3 17.1 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 65.2 ft3 46.0 ft3 19.2 ft3

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2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed manual FWD
Four adults can easily and comfortably fit in this car, with plenty of room for luggage. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
 
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