| Model Year | 2009 | 2006 | |
| Model | Volkswagen Routan | Jeep Commander | |
| Engine | 4.0L V6 OHC-4v 251 hp@6000 259 lb-ft@4200 |
5.7L V8 OHV-2v 330 hp@5000 375 lb-ft@4000 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD w/low range | |
| Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 121.2 in | 109.5 in | 11.7 in |
| Length | 202.5 in | 188.5 in | 14 in |
| Width | 76.9 in | 74.8 in | 2.1 in |
| Height | 68.9 in | 71.9 in | -3 in |
| Curb Weight | 4621 lb. | 5169 lb. | -548 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 20.5 gal. | 20.5 gal. | 0 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 42.1 in | -2.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 63.0 in | 59.0 in | 4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.6 in | -55.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 41.7 in | -1.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 40.2 in | -1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 64.7 in | 58.5 in | 6.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 54.0 in | -54 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 36.1 in | 0.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 37.9 in | 35.7 in | 2.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 62.0 in | 50.4 in | 11.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 47.4 in | -47.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 31.8 in | 28.9 in | 2.9 in |
| Total Legroom | 108.7 in (over 3 rows) | 106.7 in (over 3 rows) | 2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.3 ft3 | 6.0 ft3 | 26.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 83.0 ft3 | 36.4 ft3 | 46.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 141.0 ft3 | 68.7 ft3 | 72.3 ft3 |
| 2009 Volkswagen Routan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 251-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
we have the higher line SEL with Nappa leather seats, just the right amount of padding and thigh support for long trips see full Volkswagen Routan review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2006 Jeep Commander.