Saturn Outlook (2009) vs. Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen (2012) Specs

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2009 Saturn Outlook and 2012 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen Specifications

Model Year	2009	2012
Model	Saturn Outlook	Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen
Engine	3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 281 hp@6300 266 lb-ft@3400	2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 170 hp@5700 177 lb-ft@4250
Transmission	6-speed shiftable automatic	6-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD
Body	4dr SUV	4dr Wagon
			Difference
Wheelbase	118.9 in	101.5 in	17.4 in
Length	200.7 in	179.3 in	21.4 in
Width	78.2 in	70.1 in	8.1 in
Height	72.8 in	59.2 in	13.6 in
Curb Weight	4722 lb.	3285 lb.	1437 lb.
Fuel Capacity	22.0 gal.	14.5 gal.	7.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	40.4 in	38.4 in	2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	61.9 in	54.8 in	7.1 in
Hip Room, Row 1	57.8 in	0.0 in	57.8 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.3 in	41.1 in	0.2 in
Headroom, Row 2	39.3 in	38.1 in	1.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	61.1 in	53.1 in	8 in
Hip Room, Row 2	57.9 in	0.0 in	57.9 in
Legroom, Row 2	36.9 in	35.5 in	1.4 in
Headroom, Row 3	38.4 in	0.0 in	38.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3	57.8 in	0.0 in	57.8 in
Hip Room, Row 3	48.3 in	0.0 in	48.3 in
Legroom, Row 3	33.2 in	0.0 in	33.2 in
Total Legroom	111.4 in (over 3 rows)	76.6 in (over 2 rows)	34.8 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	19.7 ft³	32.8 ft³	-13.1 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	68.9 ft³	32.8	36.1 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	117.0 ft³	66.9 ft³	50.1 ft³

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Saturn Outlook

2009 Saturn Outlook Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2008	4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Seat is very comfortable with excellent support and firmness. Good driving position. see full Saturn Outlook review
2008	4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Adults could fit comfortably in third row. In addition, there is usable storage behind the third row. Second row captains chairs enable easy access to third row. see full Saturn Outlook review
2008	4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	6' tall, lots of leg room in driver seat see full Saturn Outlook review
2008	4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	The best leg room ! The seats adjust have great cushioning see full Saturn Outlook review
2008	4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Only vehicle capable of comfortably carrying 6-8 senior adults without orthopedic post-trip support. By far the best combination of interior, features, capacity, and ride characteristics for rear [2nd and 3rd]seat passengers and cargo area. see full Saturn Outlook review
2008	4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Has more interior room than the Honda Pilot. Perfect for our 3 kids and friends. Plently of room for their hockey,soccer, tennis gear. Perfect for our spur of the moment camping trips. Tent and all fits! Also handles grocery day with ease! We love it see full Saturn Outlook review

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen

2012 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

2012 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2013	4dr Wagon turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD	at 6' 3" the rear seating with sun roof is a little tight. If you are taller than me do not plan to spend much time in the rear. see full Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen review
2013	4dr Wagon turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD	Nice seats. Love the heated front seats see full Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen review

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