Model Year | 2008 | 2006 | |
Model | Toyota Sienna | Volkswagen Jetta / Golf / GTI | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 266 hp@6200 245 lb-ft@4700 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5500 207 lb-ft@1800 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 119.3 in | 98.9 in | 20.4 in |
Length | 200.0 in | 164.9 in | 35.1 in |
Width | 77.4 in | 68.3 in | 9.1 in |
Height | 68.9 in | 56.7 in | 12.2 in |
Curb Weight | 4177 lb. | 3078 lb. | 1099 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 5.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 42.0 in | 38.6 in | 3.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 63.8 in | 53.7 in | 10.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 58.4 in | 0.0 in | 58.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.9 in | 41.5 in | 1.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.2 in | 37.4 in | 2.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 64.9 in | 52.4 in | 12.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 67.5 in | 0.0 in | 67.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.6 in | 33.5 in | 6.1 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 38.1 in | 0.0 in | 38.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 61.1 in | 0.0 in | 61.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 51.8 in | 0.0 in | 51.8 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 39.5 in | 0.0 in | 39.5 in |
Total Legroom | 122 in (over 3 rows) | 75 in (over 2 rows) | 47 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 43.6 ft3 | 18.0 ft3 | 25.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 94.5 ft3 | 18.0 | 76.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 148.9 ft3 | 41.8 ft3 | 107.1 ft3 |
2008 Toyota Sienna Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 266-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Room for all the kids, friends, and cargo see full Toyota Sienna review |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 266-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
With three children having ample rear seat space was very important to us. With the tri zone air system makes it comfortable for them as well. see full Toyota Sienna review |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 266-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
plenty of space and comfortable seats see full Toyota Sienna review |
2008 Toyota Sienna Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 266-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The passenger side does not have 8 way power seat controls. see full Toyota Sienna review |
2006 Volkswagen Jetta / Golf / GTI Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Hatch 150-horsepower 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
most comfortable seats out of the Totoya Matrix, Mazda 3, Honda fit, Nissan Versa see full Volkswagen Jetta / Golf / GTI review |
2007 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Excellent seats and comfort, however occasionally find the seats a bit narrow and the foot well can be tight in some shoes. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Golf / GTI review |
2007 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
The front seats offer great lateral support. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Golf / GTI review |
2007 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
The sport seats in the basic black leatherette are nicely bolstered though not overly enveloping like seats in my FR-S. This means it hits a nice middle ground of comfort but still keeping you from being thrown around in aggressive driving. The manually adjusted seats are easily positioned to a comfortable state after you figure out which of the 4 levers is doing what. The adjustible thigh support is especially nice and not something I often see in this segment. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Golf / GTI review |
2007 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Zero fatigue on long drives, natural driving position see full Volkswagen Jetta / Golf / GTI review |
2007 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Same as a small sedan, dead pedal, loads of head room see full Volkswagen Jetta / Golf / GTI review |
2007 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
High roof line gives sedan-like head room, lots of foot room. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Golf / GTI review |
2006 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 100hp 1.9L I4 Diesel 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Good Shoulder width, okay leg room. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Golf / GTI review |
2006 Volkswagen Jetta / Golf / GTI Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Great for my kids (4 and 7) but small for adults. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Golf / GTI review |
2006 | 4dr Hatch 115-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Seats could be firmer though adequate. It has no lumbar support and expended use probably will change the shape of the foam used in the seat. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Golf / GTI review |