Model Year | 2017 | 2010 | |
Model | Jeep Patriot | Volkswagen Passat | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 172 hp@6000 165 lb-ft@4400 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1800 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.7 in | 106.7 in | -3 in |
Length | 173.8 in | 188.0 in | -14.2 in |
Width | 69.2 in | 71.7 in | -2.5 in |
Height | 65.5 in | 59.7 in | 5.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3221 lb. | 3512 lb. | -291 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.6 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -4.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.0 in | 38.3 in | 2.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.3 in | 55.7 in | -1.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.3 in | 0.0 in | 52.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 41.4 in | -0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.9 in | 38.6 in | 1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.0 in | 54.6 in | -0.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.0 in | 0.0 in | 51 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.4 in | 37.7 in | 1.7 in |
Total Legroom | 80 in (over 2 rows) | 79.1 in (over 2 rows) | 0.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.0 ft3 | 35.8 ft3 | -12.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 53.5 ft3 | 61.7 ft3 | -8.2 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Jeep Patriot.
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 |