Model Year | 2011 | 2010 | |
Model | Honda Element | Volkswagen Routan | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 OHC-4v 166 hp@5500 161 lb-ft@4000 |
3.8L V6 OHV-2v 197 hp@5200 230 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 101.4 in | 121.2 in | -19.8 in |
Length | 169.9 in | 202.5 in | -32.6 in |
Width | 71.6 in | 76.9 in | -5.3 in |
Height | 70.4 in | 68.9 in | 1.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3515 lb. | 4335 lb. | -820 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 20.5 gal. | -4.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 43.3 in | 39.8 in | 3.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.1 in | 63.0 in | -5.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.0 in | 0.0 in | 55 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.0 in | 40.6 in | 0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 39.2 in | -1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.2 in | 64.7 in | -12.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 47.6 in | 0.0 in | 47.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.1 in | 36.3 in | 2.8 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.9 in | -37.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 62.0 in | -62 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 31.8 in | -31.8 in |
Total Legroom | 80.1 in (over 2 rows) | 108.7 in (over 3 rows) | -28.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 25.1 ft3 | 32.3 ft3 | -7.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 25.1 | 83.0 ft3 | -57.9 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 74.6 ft3 | 141.0 ft3 | -66.4 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Honda Element.
2010 Volkswagen Routan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 251-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
we have the higher line SEL with Nappa leather seats, just the right amount of padding and thigh support for long trips see full Volkswagen Routan review |