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2009 Jeep Patriot and 2009 Volkswagen Routan Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | |
| Model | Jeep Patriot | Volkswagen Routan | |
| Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 172 hp@6000 165 lb-ft@4400 |
4.0L V6 OHC-4v 251 hp@6000 259 lb-ft@4200 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable CVT | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 103.7 in | 121.2 in | -17.5 in |
| Length | 173.6 in | 202.5 in | -28.9 in |
| Width | 69.1 in | 76.9 in | -7.8 in |
| Height | 64.4 in | 68.9 in | -4.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3190 lb. | 4621 lb. | -1431 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.6 gal. | 20.5 gal. | -6.9 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 41.0 in | 39.8 in | 1.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.6 in | 63.0 in | -8.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.3 in | 0.0 in | 52.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 40.6 in | 0 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 39.2 in | 0.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.0 in | 64.7 in | -10.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.0 in | 0.0 in | 51 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 39.4 in | 36.3 in | 3.1 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 in (over 2 rows) | 108.7 in (over 3 rows) | -28.7 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.0 ft3 | 32.3 ft3 | -9.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 23.0 | 83.0 ft3 | -60 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 54.2 ft3 | 141.0 ft3 | -86.8 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Jeep Patriot
| 2009 Jeep Patriot Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
lots of legroom see full Jeep Patriot review |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
tall driver 6" 6" many other vehicles simply undriveable see full Jeep Patriot review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
Plenty of head/leg room; vehicle definitely feels larger on the inside than it looks from the outside. see full Jeep Patriot review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
The front seats are simply comfortable; the back seats not so much. see full Jeep Patriot review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual AWD |
Adults will find the back seats of the Patriot comfortable. Let a kid sit in the middle. see full Jeep Patriot review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 158-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
lot of front room see full Jeep Patriot review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
Its comfortable on long trips see full Jeep Patriot review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
Plenty of space for taller people. Not cramped like most compact SUVs. see full Jeep Patriot review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
Support, not hard, just plain comfortable see full Jeep Patriot review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
Supportive and roomy. I can drive for hours without fatigue. see full Jeep Patriot review |
| 2009 Jeep Patriot Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual AWD |
Slim on the rear seat room. see full Jeep Patriot review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
Seat is a little high hard back there, and front seat backs have no pockets. see full Jeep Patriot review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Volkswagen Routan
| 2009 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 |
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