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Model Year | 2007 | 2012 | |
Model | Scion tC | Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 160 hp@5700 163 lb-ft@4000 |
2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 170 hp@5700 177 lb-ft@4250 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 101.5 in | 4.8 in |
Length | 174.0 in | 179.3 in | -5.3 in |
Width | 69.1 in | 70.1 in | -1 in |
Height | 55.7 in | 59.2 in | -3.5 in |
Curb Weight | 2970 lb. | 3285 lb. | -315 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 0 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.6 in | 38.4 in | -0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.3 in | 54.8 in | -0.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 0.0 in | 53.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 41.1 in | 0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.6 in | 38.1 in | -1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 50.0 in | 53.1 in | -3.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 47.3 in | 0.0 in | 47.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.6 in | 35.5 in | -1.9 in |
Total Legroom | 75.2 in (over 2 rows) | 76.6 in (over 2 rows) | -1.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.8 ft3 | 32.8 ft3 | -20 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 35.4 ft3 | 66.9 ft3 | -31.5 ft3 |
2007 Scion tC Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 160-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Actual adults can sit in it comfortably see full Scion tC review |
2006 | 2dr Hatch 160-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Ample width; able to find comfortable driving position even without telescoping steering wheel. see full Scion tC review |
2007 Scion tC Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 2dr Hatch 160-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Ample room, but difficult to exit from rear seat. see full Scion tC review |
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 |