Model Year | 2016 | 2010 | |
Model | Chevrolet Sonic | Volkswagen Passat | |
Engine | 1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6300 125 lb-ft@3800 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1800 |
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Transmission | 5-speed manual | 6-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,525 mm | 2,710 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,397 mm | 4,780 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,735 mm | 1,821 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,516 mm | 1,473 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,240 kg | 1,517 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 46 L | 70 L | -24 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 983 mm | 975 mm | 8 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,356 mm | 1,415 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,306 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,062 mm | 1,052 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 960 mm | 960 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,346 mm | 1,387 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,311 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 879 mm | 958 mm | -79 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,941 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,009 mm (over 2 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume | 422 L | 402 L | 20 L |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Chevrolet Sonic.
2010 Volkswagen Passat Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Comfortable power seats with power lumbar adjustment. Good side support, and with the tilting/telescoping steering wheel - easy to find a comfortable driving position. Also has easy to use steering wheel controls for the cars stereo/trip computer. see full Volkswagen Passat review |
2010 Volkswagen Passat Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual FWD |
very restrictive space see full Volkswagen Passat review |