Model Year | 2010 | 2012 | |
Model | Jeep Grand Cherokee | Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,781 mm | 2,578 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,740 mm | 4,554 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,862 mm | 1,781 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,720 mm | 1,504 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,930 kg | 1,464 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 79 L | 55 L | 24 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,008 mm | 975 mm | -974 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,501 mm | 1,392 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,463 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,059 mm | 1,044 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 998 mm | 968 mm | 30 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,486 mm | 1,349 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,539 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 902 mm | 902 mm | 0 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,961 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,946 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 977 L | 929 L | 48 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,909 L | 1,894 L | 0 L |
2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 360-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range |
Seats are supportive and highly adjustable. see full Jeep Grand Cherokee review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 290-horsepower 3.6L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range |
Great head room (no sunroof), excellent ergonomic design to the seat backs, and vertically adjustable lumbar support see full Jeep Grand Cherokee review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 360-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range |
Huge rear seat leg room and reclining rear seats see full Jeep Grand Cherokee review |
2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 360-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range |
They are harder than I would like. I came from an F150 with the luxury package and the seats were amazing, these sears are hard and could be improved upon by being softer. see full Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 |