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Dodge Challenger (2011) vs. Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2011 Dodge Challenger and 2008 Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI specs.

2011 Dodge Challenger and 2008 Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI Specifications

Model Year 2011 2008  
Model Dodge Challenger Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 2dr Coupe 2dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 116.0 in 101.5 in 14.5 in
Length 197.7 in 165.8 in 31.9 in
Width 75.7 in 69.3 in 6.4 in
Height 57.0 in 58.4 in -1.4 in
Curb Weight 3719 lb. 2975 lb. 744 lb.
Fuel Capacity 19.0 gal. 14.5 gal. 4.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.5 in 39.3 in 0.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 58.2 in 54.7 in 3.5 in
Hip Room, Row 1 54.7 in 0.0 in 54.7 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.0 in 41.2 in 0.8 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.4 in 38.5 in -1.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 53.9 in 54.6 in -0.7 in
Hip Room, Row 2 51.4 in 0.0 in 51.4 in
Legroom, Row 2 32.6 in 35.3 in -2.7 in
Total Legroom 74.6 in (over 2 rows) 76.5 in (over 2 rows) -1.9 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 16.2 ft3 15.1 ft3 1.1 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 16.2 ft3 41.8 ft3 -25.6 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Dodge Challenger

2011 Dodge Challenger Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 2dr Coupe 376-horsepower 5.7L V8
6-speed manual RWD
Challenger has tilt/telescope steering wheel that can be positioned exactly where you want see full Dodge Challenger review
2010 2dr Coupe 376-horsepower 5.7L V8
6-speed manual RWD
I can set the front seat in a comfortable location for myself and still have room behind me for a rear seat passenger. Seat can be positioned for a more chair-like seating position. see full Dodge Challenger review
2010 2dr Coupe 376-horsepower 5.7L V8
6-speed manual RWD
Larger/wider back seat with capability of handling modern child seats. Adequate space for occasional adult use of back seat. see full Dodge Challenger review
2010 2dr Coupe 376-horsepower 5.7L V8
6-speed manual RWD
With the tilt/telescope steering wheel and the larger interior room vs. its competitors this car is easily adjusted to fit the driver and I get out still feeling good after all-day drives. see full Dodge Challenger review
2011 Dodge Challenger Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 2dr Coupe 372-horsepower 5.7L V8
5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
While probably OK for short trips, but would not be comfortable for longer cruise even for small passengers see full Dodge Challenger review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI

2008 Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 2dr Hatch 170-horsepower 2.5L I5
5-speed manual FWD
Plenty of shoulder/elbow/head room. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI review
2009 2dr Hatch 170-horsepower 2.5L I5
5-speed manual FWD
Adequate for 2 adults to sit comfortably. High roof, adequate legroom. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI review
2009 2dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed manual FWD
Quite possibly the most comfortable front seats I have ever sat in. It is as if they were pulled straight from an Audi and placed in the GTI. An added bonus is the heated cloth, which is unusual because usually you need to option cold leather for heat. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI review
2009 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD
Front seats are extremely supportive and even heated with the Interlagos cloth option see full Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI review
2008 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed manual FWD
Plenty of space, good lumbar support, nice side bolstering. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI review
2008 4dr Hatch 170-horsepower 2.5L I5
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
well bolstered, firm, both driver and passenger seats have height and lumbar adjust see full Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI review
2008 2dr Hatch 250-horsepower 3.2L V6
6-speed automated manual AWD
Fits me perfectly, all controls ideal for me. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI review
2008 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD
With the 4 door GTI I can drive 4 full size adults around in comfort. Easy ingress-egress. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI review
2008 2dr Hatch 250-horsepower 3.2L V6
6-speed automated manual AWD
With only one car, I needed a sporty car with legitimate rear seat room and an automatic for the other users. I have had 2 6ft passengers in the back seat without complaint. The cushion could use a little more height/angle to aid in leg support. Nitpickin see full Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI review
2007 2dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD
The front seats offer great lateral support. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI review
2008 Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 2dr Hatch 170-horsepower 2.5L I5
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
It works fine for me, but if you have adults that use the rear seat often they may find it a little uncomfortable for long trips. The legroom is decent, but the seats are a bit hard and not all that ergonomic. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI review
2007 2dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD
Great for my kids (4 and 7) but small for adults. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI review
 
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