Model Year | 2011 | 2006 | |
Model | Jeep Patriot | Volkswagen Touareg | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 172 hp@6000 165 lb-ft@4400 |
4.2L V8 DOHC-5v 310 hp@6200 302 lb-ft@3000 |
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Transmission | CVT | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD w/low range | AWD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.7 in | 112.4 in | -8.7 in |
Length | 173.8 in | 187.2 in | -13.4 in |
Width | 69.2 in | 75.9 in | -6.7 in |
Height | 65.5 in | 68.0 in | -2.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3351 lb. | 5300 lb. | -1949 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 | 54.3 in | 57.7 in | -3.4 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 | 39.9 in | 38.3 in | 1.6 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 |
2011 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 |
2006 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 |