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Ford Escape (2006) vs. Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI (2009) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2006 Ford Escape and 2009 Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI specs.

2006 Ford Escape and 2009 Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI Specifications

Model Year 2006 2009  
Model Ford Escape Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI  
Engine 3.0L V6
DOHC-4v
200 hp@6000
193 lb-ft@4850
turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
200 hp@5100
207 lb-ft@1800
 
Transmission 4-speed automatic 6-speed automated manual  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Wagon  
      Difference
Wheelbase 103.2 in 101.5 in 1.7 in
Length 174.9 in 179.3 in -4.4 in
Width 70.1 in 70.1 in 0 in
Height 69.7 in 59.2 in 10.5 in
Curb Weight 3276 lb. 3350 lb. -74 lb.
Fuel Capacity 16.5 gal. 14.5 gal. 2 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.4 in 38.4 in 2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 56.3 in 54.8 in 1.5 in
Hip Room, Row 1 53.2 in 0.0 in 53.2 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.6 in 41.1 in 0.5 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.2 in 38.1 in 1.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 55.9 in 53.1 in 2.8 in
Hip Room, Row 2 49.1 in 0.0 in 49.1 in
Legroom, Row 2 35.6 in 35.5 in 0.1 in
Total Legroom 77.2 in (over 2 rows) 76.6 in (over 2 rows) 0.6 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 29.3 ft3 32.8 ft3 -3.5 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 66.3 ft3 66.9 ft3 -0.6 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Ford Escape

2006 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr SUV 133-horsepower 2.3L I4 Hybrid
CVT FWD
Roomy. see full Ford Escape review
2006 4dr SUV 153-horsepower 2.3L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
I was able to put an adult and my two small children in car seats in the rear. I have been able to take my family of four, with luggage, on road trips. see full Ford Escape review
2006 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6
4-speed automatic AWD
Leather heated seat is supportive on a longer drive. see full Ford Escape review
2005 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6
4-speed automatic AWD
this is very important, i have three teenagers. see full Ford Escape review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI

2009 Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD
A lot of rear leg rrom when compared to the Mazda3 and A3 which I also looked at. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI review
2010 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD
Good room for a small car. Four adults can ride comfortably. Plenty of cargo room with the rear seats down. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI review
2010 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD
Surprisingly roomy for this size of car. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI review
2010 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD
Surprisingly roomy for this size of car. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Rabbit / GTI review
2010 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD
They are supportive with good leg support. The seat side bolsters hold driver in place. 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
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 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
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
2009 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
 
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