Model Year | 2008 | 2012 | |
Model | Chevrolet Avalanche | Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr SUT | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 130.0 in | 101.5 in | 28.5 in |
Length | 221.3 in | 179.3 in | 42 in |
Width | 79.1 in | 70.1 in | 9 in |
Height | 76.6 in | 59.2 in | 17.4 in |
Curb Weight | 5742 lb. | 3228 lb. | 2514 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 31.0 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 16.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.1 in | 38.4 in | 2.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 65.3 in | 54.8 in | 10.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 64.4 in | 0.0 in | 64.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 41.1 in | 0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.0 in | 38.1 in | 1.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 65.2 in | 53.1 in | 12.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 62.3 in | 0.0 in | 62.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.1 in | 35.5 in | 3.6 in |
Total Legroom | 80.4 in (over 2 rows) | 76.6 in (over 2 rows) | 3.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 45.5 ft3 | 32.8 ft3 | 12.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 101.1 ft3 | 66.9 ft3 | 34.2 ft3 |
2008 Chevrolet Avalanche Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUT 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic RWD |
The interior is basically a Tahoe and even with 5 people, the truck is comfortable. Rear AC and headphone jacks help too. see full Chevrolet Avalanche review |
2007 | 4dr SUT 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Plenty of room for 3 adults, even with a tall adult in the middle seat. see full Chevrolet Avalanche review |
2012 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I am a tall guy with big feet, so my vehicle choices are greatly restricted. The Jetta Sportwagen (Golf Wagon here in Canada) is very comfortable on long drives. see full Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen review |
2012 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 |