Model Year | 2010 | 2007 | |
Model | Jeep Patriot | Volkswagen Touareg | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 172 hp@6000 165 lb-ft@4400 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 276 hp@6200 266 lb-ft@2500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.7 in | 112.4 in | -8.7 in |
Length | 173.6 in | 187.2 in | -13.6 in |
Width | 69.1 in | 75.9 in | -6.8 in |
Height | 64.4 in | 68.0 in | -3.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3250 lb. | 5168 lb. | -1918 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.6 gal. | 26.4 gal. | -12.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.0 in | 38.7 in | 2.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.6 in | 57.7 in | -3.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.3 in | 0.0 in | 52.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 41.3 in | -0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 38.3 in | 1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.0 in | 57.4 in | -3.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.0 in | 0.0 in | 51 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.4 in | 35.6 in | 3.8 in |
Total Legroom | 80 in (over 2 rows) | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 3.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.0 ft3 | 31.0 ft3 | -8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 54.2 ft3 | 71.0 ft3 | -16.8 ft3 |
2010 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 |
2007 Volkswagen Touareg Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 310-horsepower 4.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range |
The front seats in a Touareg are on par with the best seats from Mercedes and BMW. My back hates driving long distances, but you can drive this car till your eyes are crossed. Your butt and back never tire from these seats. see full Volkswagen Touareg review |