Model Year | 2007 | 2013 | |
Model | Chevrolet Uplander | Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen | |
Engine | 3.9L V6 OHV-2v 240 hp@6000 240 lb-ft@4800 |
2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 170 hp@5700 177 lb-ft@4250 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 5-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 113.0 in | 101.5 in | 11.5 in |
Length | 191.0 in | 179.3 in | 11.7 in |
Width | 72.0 in | 70.1 in | 1.9 in |
Height | 70.5 in | 59.2 in | 11.3 in |
Curb Weight | 4084 lb. | 3228 lb. | 856 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 5.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 38.4 in | 1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.9 in | 54.8 in | 5.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.8 in | 0.0 in | 55.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 39.9 in | 41.1 in | -1.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.9 in | 38.1 in | 0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 62.0 in | 53.1 in | 8.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 63.7 in | 0.0 in | 63.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.5 in | 35.5 in | 2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.5 in | 0.0 in | 37.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 60.1 in | 0.0 in | 60.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 48.3 in | 0.0 in | 48.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 34.3 in | 0.0 in | 34.3 in |
Total Legroom | 111.7 in (over 3 rows) | 76.6 in (over 2 rows) | 35.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 17.7 ft3 | 32.8 ft3 | -15.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 71.0 ft3 | 32.8 | 38.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 120.0 ft3 | 66.9 ft3 | 53.1 ft3 |
2007 Chevrolet Uplander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Minivan 240-horsepower 3.9L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Good for hauling the family and cargo . see full Chevrolet Uplander review |
2013 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 |