Model Year | 2008 | 2018 | |
Model | Chevrolet Avalanche | Volkswagen Passat | |
Engine | 6.0L V8 OHV-2v 366 hp@5500 380 lb-ft@4300 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 280 hp@6200 258 lb-ft@2500 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | 4WD w/low range | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUT | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 130.0 in | 110.4 in | 19.6 in |
Length | 221.3 in | 191.6 in | 29.7 in |
Width | 79.1 in | 72.2 in | 6.9 in |
Height | 76.6 in | 58.5 in | 18.1 in |
Curb Weight | 5963 lb. | 3571 lb. | 2392 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 31.0 gal. | 18.5 gal. | 12.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.1 in | 38.3 in | 2.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 65.3 in | 56.9 in | 8.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 64.4 in | 0.0 in | 64.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 42.4 in | -1.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.0 in | 37.8 in | 2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 65.2 in | 57.0 in | 8.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 62.3 in | 0.0 in | 62.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.1 in | 39.1 in | 0 in |
Total Legroom | 80.4 in (over 2 rows) | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | -1.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 45.5 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 | 29.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 101.1 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 | 85.2 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Volkswagen Passat.