Model Year | 2006 | 2014 | |
Model | BMW X5 | Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 111.0 in | 101.5 in | 9.5 in |
Length | 183.7 in | 179.3 in | 4.4 in |
Width | 73.7 in | 70.1 in | 3.6 in |
Height | 67.5 in | 59.2 in | 8.3 in |
Curb Weight | 4652 lb. | 3228 lb. | 1424 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 24.6 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 10.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.9 in | 38.4 in | 1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.0 in | 54.8 in | 3.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 39.3 in | 41.1 in | -1.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 38.1 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.2 in | 53.1 in | 4.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.4 in | 35.5 in | -0.1 in |
Total Legroom | 74.7 in (over 2 rows) | 76.6 in (over 2 rows) | -1.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.8 ft3 | 32.8 ft3 | -9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 54.4 ft3 | 66.9 ft3 | -12.5 ft3 |
2006 BMW X5 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2005 | 4dr SUV 315-horsepower 4.4L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
We loved the seating and overall room. This was a favortie car for road trips to the mountains or wherever. see full BMW X5 review |
2014 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD |
at 6' 3" the rear seating with sun roof is a little tight. If you are taller than me do not plan to spend much time in the rear. see full Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen review |
2013 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Nice seats. Love the heated front seats see full Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen review |