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Ford Explorer (2018) vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI (2012) Specs

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2018 Ford Explorer and 2012 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Specifications

Model Year 2018 2012  
Model Ford Explorer Volkswagen Golf / GTI  
Engine turbocharged
3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
272 kW@5500
475 Nm@3500
turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
188 kW@4300
329 Nm@2400
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed manual  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,860 mm 2,578 mm 0 mm
Length 5,037 mm 4,201 mm 1 mm
Width 2,004 mm 1,786 mm 1 mm
Height 1,778 mm 1,481 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 2,218 kg 1,509 kg 1 kg
Fuel Capacity 70 L 55 L 15 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,052 mm 998 mm -997 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,562 mm 1,389 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,455 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,031 mm 1,046 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 1,031 mm 978 mm -977 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,549 mm 1,341 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,443 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Legroom, Row 2 1,003 mm 902 mm -901 mm
Headroom, Row 3 960 mm 0 mm 960 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 3 1,290 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Hip Room, Row 3 1,034 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Legroom, Row 3 846 mm 0 mm 846 mm
Total Legroom 2,880 mm (over 3 rows) 1,948 mm (over 2 rows) 1 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 595 L 425 L 170 L
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 1,243 L 15.0 -14 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 2,313 L 1,303 L 1 L

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2012 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed manual FWD
Four adults can easily and comfortably fit in this car, with plenty of room for luggage. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011 2dr Hatch 170-horsepower 2.5L I5
5-speed manual FWD
Seats actually fit your body and have proper bolstering, unlike most other seats in this price range which are more like shelves for oversized American behinds. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011 4dr Hatch turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel
6-speed automated manual FWD
Good leg room and supportive seats. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011 4dr Hatch turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel
6-speed automated manual FWD
Good leg room for a small car. Supportive seats. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011 2dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed manual FWD
I have MS, so comfortable seats are a must. This is the only car that I've been in where I could do a non-stop trip from Michigan to Washington DC in. No fatigue, no stopping for a stretch. It's that good, and VW throws in standard heated seats for the GTI. And they do mean "heated" seats, not "warmed" seats, not "take-the-edge-off" seats. Turn them on full and your bum will be roasting with in a few minutes. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011 4dr Hatch turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel
6-speed automated manual FWD
Firm, supportive seats. Not too hard. Should be excellent for long road trips. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD
Firm, yet comfortable. Excellent lateral support in the turns. Excellent thigh support fro taller driver. Can sit for hours and still feel comfortable. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
 
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