Subaru Ascent (2019) vs. Volkswagen Routan (2010) Specs

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2019 Subaru Ascent and 2010 Volkswagen Routan Specifications

Model Year	2019	2010
Model	Subaru Ascent	Volkswagen Routan
Engine	turbocharged 2.4L H4 DOHC-4v 260 hp@5600 277 lb-ft@2000	4.0L V6 OHC-4v 251 hp@6000 259 lb-ft@4200
Transmission	8-speed shiftable CVT	6-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	AWD	FWD
Body	4dr SUV	4dr Minivan, ext.
			Difference
Wheelbase	113.8 in	121.2 in	-7.4 in
Length	196.8 in	202.5 in	-5.7 in
Width	76.0 in	76.9 in	-0.9 in
Height	71.6 in	68.9 in	2.7 in
Curb Weight	4430 lb.	4621 lb.	-191 lb.
Fuel Capacity	19.3 gal.	20.5 gal.	-1.2 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	41.3 in	39.8 in	1.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	61.1 in	63.0 in	-1.9 in
Legroom, Row 1	42.2 in	40.6 in	1.6 in
Headroom, Row 2	40.0 in	39.2 in	0.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	60.3 in	64.7 in	-4.4 in
Legroom, Row 2	38.5 in	36.3 in	2.2 in
Headroom, Row 3	36.3 in	37.9 in	-1.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3	57.2 in	62.0 in	-4.8 in
Legroom, Row 3	31.7 in	31.8 in	-0.1 in
Total Legroom	112.4 in (over 3 rows)	108.7 in (over 3 rows)	3.7 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	17.8 ft³	32.3 ft³	-14.5 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	47.5 ft³	83.0 ft³	-35.5 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	86.5 ft³	141.0 ft³	-54.5 ft³

None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2019 Subaru Ascent.

2010 Volkswagen Routan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2009	4dr Minivan, ext. 251-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	we have the higher line SEL with Nappa leather seats, just the right amount of padding and thigh support for long trips see full Volkswagen Routan review

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