Model Year | 2016 | 2018 | |
Model | Ford Fiesta | Volkswagen Passat | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 197 hp@6000 202 lb-ft@2500 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 280 hp@6200 258 lb-ft@2500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 98.0 in | 110.4 in | -12.4 in |
Length | 173.6 in | 191.6 in | -18 in |
Width | 67.8 in | 72.2 in | -4.4 in |
Height | 58.1 in | 58.5 in | -0.4 in |
Curb Weight | 2783 lb. | 3571 lb. | -788 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 12.4 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -6.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 38.3 in | 0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 52.7 in | 56.9 in | -4.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.6 in | 0.0 in | 50.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 42.4 in | -0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.1 in | 37.8 in | -0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 49.0 in | 57.0 in | -8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.2 in | 0.0 in | 49.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 31.2 in | 39.1 in | -7.9 in |
Total Legroom | 73.4 in (over 2 rows) | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | -8.1 in |
Cargo Volume | 12.8 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 | -3.1 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Ford Fiesta.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Volkswagen Passat.