Model Year | 2007 | 2012 | |
Model | Saturn VUE | Volkswagen Passat | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 OHC-4v 248 hp@5800 242 lb-ft@4500 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 280 hp@6200 258 lb-ft@2500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.6 in | 110.4 in | -3.8 in |
Length | 181.3 in | 191.6 in | -10.3 in |
Width | 71.5 in | 72.2 in | -0.7 in |
Height | 66.5 in | 58.5 in | 8 in |
Curb Weight | 3472 lb. | 3446 lb. | 26 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.0 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -2.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.4 in | 38.3 in | 2.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 56.9 in | -1.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.6 in | 0.0 in | 51.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 42.4 in | -1.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.3 in | 37.8 in | 2.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.3 in | 57.0 in | -1.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.7 in | 0.0 in | 52.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 39.1 in | -2.3 in |
Total Legroom | 78 in (over 2 rows) | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | -3.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 30.8 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 | 14.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 63.8 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 | 47.9 ft3 |
2007 Saturn VUE Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 257-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
More comfortable than the Pacifica i drove for the past 5 years see full Saturn VUE review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 257-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed automatic AWD |
I am 6ft and my head is not in the roof. see full Saturn VUE review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.4L I4 Hybrid 4-speed automatic FWD |
Most space in its class. see full Saturn VUE review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 248-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
very roomy, i dont feel cramped in see full Saturn VUE review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 143-horsepower 2.2L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
There`s LOT`S of head and leg room...enough said! see full Saturn VUE review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 248-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
You have a lot of space in front seat that you do not feel too tight that you cannot move. It is very rommy and also in the back too. see full Saturn VUE review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
It is easy to get in and out of. see full Saturn VUE review |
2007 Saturn VUE Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 143-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
It need more lumbar support. see full Saturn VUE review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 248-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Too hard. see full Saturn VUE review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 248-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Not enough leg room. Back seat is not cushioned sufficiently for comfort. Backseat rest is to upright with minimal adjustments see full Saturn VUE review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Not the most comfortable front seats. see full Saturn VUE review |
2012 Volkswagen Passat Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2012 | Volkswagen's research must have found that Americans highly value rear legroom, because the Passat has an abundance of it. Unless you're an NBA center you'll have plenty of room to stretch out in the back of this sedan. see full Volkswagen Passat review |
2012 Volkswagen Passat Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD |
SEL Premium seating is fantastic. Definitely worth the cost of the upgrade over the mid-grade seats. see full Volkswagen Passat review |
2013 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual FWD |
rear seat room is exceptional. can handle long-legged folks with ease and those with large shoe sizes. enter and exiting with larger folks not a problem either. see full Volkswagen Passat review |
2012 | 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Older teenagers like the extra room see full Volkswagen Passat review |
2012 | 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
HUGE amount of rear legroom! see full Volkswagen Passat review |
2012 | 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Tons of room while driving. I am 6'4" and have plenty of leg and headroom. see full Volkswagen Passat review |