Model Year | 2006 | 2011 | |
Model | Mitsubishi Outlander | Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 OHC-4v 160 hp@5750 162 lb-ft@4000 |
2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 170 hp@5700 177 lb-ft@4250 |
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Transmission | 4-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.3 in | 101.5 in | 1.8 in |
Length | 179.0 in | 179.3 in | -0.3 in |
Width | 68.9 in | 70.1 in | -1.2 in |
Height | 66.3 in | 59.2 in | 7.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3285 lb. | 3285 lb. | 0 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.7 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 1.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 38.4 in | 0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.1 in | 54.8 in | 1.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.5 in | 0.0 in | 51.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 41.1 in | 1.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.2 in | 38.1 in | 0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.4 in | 53.1 in | 1.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.8 in | 0.0 in | 51.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.5 in | 35.5 in | 0 in |
Total Legroom | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | 76.6 in (over 2 rows) | 1.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 0.0 | 32.8 ft3 | -32.8 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 60.3 | 66.9 ft3 | -6.6 |
2006 Mitsubishi Outlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 220-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
nice support for tall person and confy seating see full Mitsubishi Outlander review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 220-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD |
was more comdfortable, easier entry and exiting, more shoulder hip and head room than most othersreguardless of what other manufacturers specs stated. see full Mitsubishi Outlander review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 220-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD |
more leg and shoulder room than most. see full Mitsubishi Outlander review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 220-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Adjustable, reclinable rear seat is very roomy and comfortable. see full Mitsubishi Outlander review |
2011 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 |