Model Year | 2007 | 2010 | |
Model | Ford Freestyle | Volkswagen Passat | |
Engine | 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 203 hp@5750 207 lb-ft@4500 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1800 |
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Transmission | CVT | 6-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,868 mm | 2,710 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 5,083 mm | 4,775 mm | 1 mm |
Width | 1,902 mm | 1,821 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,735 mm | 1,516 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,796 kg | 1,593 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 72 L | 70 L | 2 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,001 mm | 973 mm | -972 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,486 mm | 1,415 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,410 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,046 mm | 1,052 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,001 mm | 980 mm | -979 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,471 mm | 1,387 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,417 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 1,021 mm | 958 mm | -957 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 980 mm | 0 mm | 980 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,290 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,166 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 846 mm | 0 mm | 846 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,913 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,009 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 589 L | 1,014 L | 588 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,356 L | 35.8 | -34.8 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,438 L | 1,747 L | 1 L |
2007 Ford Freestyle Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 203-horsepower 3.0L V6 CVT FWD |
Very good for a vehicle of this size - both in 2nd and 3rd row. see full Ford Freestyle review |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 203-horsepower 3.0L V6 CVT FWD |
Reasonable space and comfort. see full Ford Freestyle review |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 203-horsepower 3.0L V6 CVT FWD |
I needed the 3rd row of seats see full Ford Freestyle review |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 203-horsepower 3.0L V6 CVT FWD |
Third row seating, fold flat rear seats for hauling large items see full Ford Freestyle review |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 203-horsepower 3.0L V6 CVT AWD |
Great room in the front (and rear) - very comfortable. see full Ford Freestyle review |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 203-horsepower 3.0L V6 CVT FWD |
The third row seat easily accommodates 6+ foot passengers. see full Ford Freestyle review |
2006 | 4dr Wagon 203-horsepower 3.0L V6 CVT AWD |
Raised third row great for kids. Easy access to third row. see full Ford Freestyle review |
2006 | 4dr Wagon 203-horsepower 3.0L V6 CVT AWD |
3 row seating for kids see full Ford Freestyle review |
2006 | 4dr Wagon 203-horsepower 3.0L V6 CVT AWD |
Lots of space for car seats and adults in the second and third row. see full Ford Freestyle review |
2006 | 4dr Wagon 203-horsepower 3.0L V6 CVT AWD |
Front seats are extremely comfortable. We were surprised by just how nice they were. see full Ford Freestyle review |
2007 Ford Freestyle Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr Wagon 203-horsepower 3.0L V6 CVT AWD |
Drivers side left foot rests on pad which is slightly to the right due to the wheel. Takes a while to become acustomed to it. see full Ford Freestyle review |
2010 Volkswagen Passat Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Comfortable power seats with power lumbar adjustment. Good side support, and with the tilting/telescoping steering wheel - easy to find a comfortable driving position. Also has easy to use steering wheel controls for the cars stereo/trip computer. see full Volkswagen Passat review |
2010 Volkswagen Passat Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual FWD |
very restrictive space see full Volkswagen Passat review |