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Volkswagen Golf / GTI (2012) vs. Cadillac CTS (2009) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2012 Volkswagen Golf / GTI and 2009 Cadillac CTS specs.

2012 Volkswagen Golf / GTI and 2009 Cadillac CTS Specifications

Model Year 2012 2009  
Model Volkswagen Golf / GTI Cadillac CTS  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Hatch 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,578 mm 2,880 mm 0 mm
Length 4,201 mm 4,867 mm 0 mm
Width 1,786 mm 1,842 mm 0 mm
Height 1,481 mm 1,473 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,346 kg 1,751 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 55 L 68 L -13 L
Headroom, Row 1 998 mm 986 mm 12 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,389 mm 1,440 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 0 mm 1,400 mm -1 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,046 mm 1,077 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 978 mm 945 mm 33 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,341 mm 1,389 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 0 mm 1,374 mm -1 mm
Legroom, Row 2 902 mm 912 mm -10 mm
Total Legroom 1,948 mm (over 2 rows) 1,989 mm (over 2 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 425 L 385 L 40 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 1,303 L 13.6 -12.6 L

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Volkswagen Golf / GTI

2012 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed manual FWD
Four adults can easily and comfortably fit in this car, with plenty of room for luggage. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011 2dr Hatch 170-horsepower 2.5L I5
5-speed manual FWD
Seats actually fit your body and have proper bolstering, unlike most other seats in this price range which are more like shelves for oversized American behinds. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011 4dr Hatch turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel
6-speed automated manual FWD
Good leg room and supportive seats. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011 4dr Hatch turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel
6-speed automated manual FWD
Good leg room for a small car. Supportive seats. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011 2dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed manual FWD
I have MS, so comfortable seats are a must. This is the only car that I've been in where I could do a non-stop trip from Michigan to Washington DC in. No fatigue, no stopping for a stretch. It's that good, and VW throws in standard heated seats for the GTI. And they do mean "heated" seats, not "warmed" seats, not "take-the-edge-off" seats. Turn them on full and your bum will be roasting with in a few minutes. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011 4dr Hatch turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel
6-speed automated manual FWD
Firm, supportive seats. Not too hard. Should be excellent for long road trips. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD
Firm, yet comfortable. Excellent lateral support in the turns. Excellent thigh support fro taller driver. Can sit for hours and still feel comfortable. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Cadillac CTS

2009 Cadillac CTS Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr Sedan 304-horsepower 3.6L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
supportive but comfortable for a long trip see full Cadillac CTS review
2009 Cadillac CTS Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr Sedan 304-horsepower 3.6L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Ingress is tight, limited legroom. see full Cadillac CTS review
2008 4dr Sedan 304-horsepower 3.6L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
The rear seats are a little snug, but bareable. However, if someone is pretty tall they might bump their head on the ceiling. see full Cadillac CTS review
 
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