Mitsubishi Outlander (2013) vs. Volkswagen Passat (2009) Specs

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2013 Mitsubishi Outlander and 2009 Volkswagen Passat Specifications

Model Year	2013	2009
Model	Mitsubishi Outlander	Volkswagen Passat
Engine	3.0L V6 OHC-4v 230 hp@6250 215 lb-ft@3750	turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1800
Transmission	6-speed shiftable automatic	6-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD
Body	4dr SUV	4dr Wagon
			Difference
Wheelbase	105.1 in	106.7 in	-1.6 in
Length	182.7 in	188.0 in	-5.3 in
Width	70.9 in	71.7 in	-0.8 in
Height	66.1 in	59.7 in	6.4 in
Curb Weight	3637 lb.	3512 lb.	125 lb.
Fuel Capacity	16.6 gal.	18.5 gal.	-1.9 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	40.3 in	38.3 in	2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	56.4 in	55.7 in	0.7 in
Hip Room, Row 1	52.2 in	0.0 in	52.2 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.6 in	41.4 in	0.2 in
Headroom, Row 2	38.3 in	38.6 in	-0.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	56.1 in	54.6 in	1.5 in
Hip Room, Row 2	51.9 in	0.0 in	51.9 in
Legroom, Row 2	36.8 in	37.7 in	-0.9 in
Headroom, Row 3	35.4 in	0.0 in	35.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3	49.8 in	0.0 in	49.8 in
Hip Room, Row 3	39.1 in	0.0 in	39.1 in
Legroom, Row 3	27.7 in	0.0 in	27.7 in
Total Legroom	106.1 in (over 3 rows)	79.1 in (over 2 rows)	27 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	14.9 ft³	35.8 ft³	-20.9 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	36.2 ft³	35.8	0.4 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	72.6 ft³	61.7 ft³	10.9 ft³

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander

2013 Mitsubishi Outlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Comment
	There's a reason three-row crossovers tend to be much larger than this pair. The third-row seat in the Kia Sorento doesn't provide enough headroom for the average adult male. Both comfort and knee room are also in short supply. You might think that a seat couldn't get any tighter than the Sorento's third row. But, based on the official specs, the Outlander has nearly four inches less combined legroom--a huge difference. Even children won't fit in the Mitsubishi's third row unless you slide the second row forward much of the way. The 2014's third row seat is at least a conventional seat. Last year it was little more than a sling. In either vehicle the second row split bench is roomy and comfortable, with enough height off the floor to provide adults with good thigh support. But the rear passengers in the Outlander don't get air vents. Those in the Kia do. see full Mitsubishi Outlander review

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Volkswagen Passat

2009 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
2008	4dr Wagon turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Compared to other sporty wagons (BMW, Subaru) the Passat has about 3" more rear leg room - enough to put my full-size parents and/or friends in the back seat without making them do contortions. Easier to get a child in and out of a rear safety seat, too. see full Volkswagen Passat review
2008	4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Lots of rear legroom and space for car seats. see full Volkswagen Passat review
2008	4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Extremely comfortable front drivers seat w/ 12 way electronic adjustment. Able to find perfect driving position. Very little fatigue even after 12 - 14 hours of driving (taking breaks for food / gas of course). Lumbar adjusts both up/down and in/out. see full Volkswagen Passat review
2008	4dr Wagon turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	This version of the Passat can easily fit 3 across seating in the rear see full Volkswagen Passat review
2008	4dr Wagon turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	More than large enough for American size bodies! see full Volkswagen Passat review
2008	4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD	Passat provided more interior space especially in the rear than the Audi A4 see full Volkswagen Passat review

2009 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

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