Model Year | 2009 | 2012 | |
Model | Ford Explorer Sport Trac | Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen | |
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Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr SUT | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 130.5 in | 101.5 in | 29 in |
Length | 210.2 in | 179.3 in | 30.9 in |
Width | 73.7 in | 70.1 in | 3.6 in |
Height | 72.5 in | 59.2 in | 13.3 in |
Curb Weight | 4516 lb. | 3228 lb. | 1288 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 38.4 in | 1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.0 in | 54.8 in | 4.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 0.0 in | 55.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 41.1 in | 1.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 38.1 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.9 in | 53.1 in | 5.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 0.0 in | 55.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 35.5 in | 1.4 in |
Total Legroom | 79.3 in (over 2 rows) | 76.6 in (over 2 rows) | 2.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 0.0 | 32.8 ft3 | -32.8 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 0.0 | 66.9 ft3 | -66.9 |
2009 Ford Explorer Sport Trac Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUT 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
So bad I can't drive it much more than the 4 miles to and from work. The front seats are so hard that the first couple times I drove it I couldn't figure out why my feet were so cold. Because the circulation below my knees was being cutoff. I have tried extra cushions for the seat bottom and I have found something that really helps, but on longer drives, combined with the firm ride - bring your Advil. see full Ford Explorer Sport Trac review |
2012 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I am a tall guy with big feet, so my vehicle choices are greatly restricted. The Jetta Sportwagen (Golf Wagon here in Canada) is very comfortable on long drives. see full Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen review |
2012 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 |