Model Year | 2012 | 2010 | |
Model | Toyota Corolla | Volkswagen Routan | |
Engine | 1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 132 hp@6000 128 lb-ft@4200 |
4.0L V6 OHC-4v 251 hp@6000 259 lb-ft@4200 |
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Transmission | 5-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 102.4 in | 121.2 in | -18.8 in |
Length | 178.7 in | 202.5 in | -23.8 in |
Width | 69.3 in | 76.9 in | -7.6 in |
Height | 57.7 in | 68.9 in | -11.2 in |
Curb Weight | 2723 lb. | 4621 lb. | -1898 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 20.5 gal. | -7.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 39.8 in | -1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 63.0 in | -8.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.0 in | 0.0 in | 53 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 40.6 in | 1.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 39.2 in | -2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.6 in | 64.7 in | -10.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 43.9 in | 0.0 in | 43.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 36.3 in | 0 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.9 in | -37.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 62.0 in | -62 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 31.8 in | -31.8 in |
Total Legroom | 78 in (over 2 rows) | 108.7 in (over 3 rows) | -30.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.3 ft3 | 32.3 ft3 | -20 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 12.3 | 83.0 ft3 | -70.7 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.3 ft3 | 141.0 ft3 | -128.7 ft3 |
2012 Toyota Corolla Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Sedan 132-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
This is a very comfortable car for driver and passengers. see full Toyota Corolla review |
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 |